Buying a used 2018 Audi S4? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2018 Audi S4 has 2 recalls in this group, both concerning possible passenger airbag deactivation, with one title identifying a faulty cable. Confirming each campaign's completion matters even though their descriptions cover a similar function. NHTSA lists 7 unverified owner complaints: 4 in engine and 1 each in suspension, service brakes, and structure. Engine reports are the most frequent listed complaint area, distinct from the airbag recall focus. The reports record 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify VIN-specific completion of both passenger airbag recalls.
- Ask about engine symptoms and request diagnostic and repair records.
- Request inspection findings for suspension, service brakes, and structure.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2018 Audi S4
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Passenger Air Bag May Be Disabled | AIR Bags | high |
| Audi passenger airbag may be switched off by faulty cable | Seats | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
7 complaints filed for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | None found |
| Suspension | 1 | None found |
| Brakes | 1 | None found |
| Structure | 1 | None found |
| Power Train | 1 | None found |
| Speed Control | 1 | None found |