Buying a used 2021 Audi S4? Check these 4 recalls first
The recall list shifts this year to a rear suspension nut that can break, a rear seat belt that may not hold a child seat securely, rear axle alignment causing uneven tire wear, and a backup camera that can display a blank black screen. None are stop-driving or park-outside items. NHTSA holds only two unverified owner complaints, one electrical and one unclassified, with no crashes, fires or injuries, so the recall list carries more weight than the complaint record.
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.
- If you carry children, test the rear belt lock function with an actual child seat
- Shift into reverse repeatedly and confirm the camera image appears every time
- Ask for proof the rear suspension nut recall was completed
- 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 2021 Audi S4
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Cars and SUVs: Rear Suspension Nut Can Break | Suspension | high |
| Audi and VW rear belts may not secure child seats | Seat Belts | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may not have been checked | Tires | medium |
| Audi backup camera screen may go blank in reverse | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
2 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |