2008 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 2008

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2008 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 repairs by problem area

Engine (52%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (57%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Audi S4 4dr Wagon

340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD

88400 mi

US $483
Rear brake pads and rotors worn, were replaced. 

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2008 Audi A4 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

38000 mi Told that caliper gaskets failed and were causing a groaning when performing low speed turns 

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2008 Audi A4 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 160hp 1.8L I4 8-speed shiftable CVT FWD

54560 mi

$4000
TCS warning came up, mechanic checked and required replacement of ABS pump. 

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2008 Audi A4 4dr Sedan

265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

88040 mi

C $440
Brake switch has numerous outputs. Problem was with brake lights (and shifter interlock) which, not being applied, prevent shifter from moving out of PARK. Cost included towing to dealership. 

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2008 Audi A4 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

95600 mi

US $34
Replaced front brake pads 
43000 mi Air in brake lines. Fluid drained and replaced. Problem remained. Brake booster and master cylinder were replaced. 

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2008 Audi A4 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed manual AWD

104000 mi

US $350
Pads were worn and rotors were wearing. 

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2008 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Brake Problems

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