Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 32 complaints for the 2013 Audi S4, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

14V6670002014-24-10

AIR BAGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Audi A4 and S4 vehicles manufactured February 16, 2012, to October 21, 2014, and 2013-2015 Audi Allroad vehicles manufactured March 12, 2012, to October 21, 2014. Due to an improper algorithm in the air bag control module, if a crash necessitates deployment of the side air bags, a second impact to the front of the vehicle may not command the front air bags to also deploy.

If the front air bags do not deploy in the event of a secondary impact to the front of the vehicle, there is an increased risk of occupant injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 32 issues reported over 1 model years, steering problems are the most common for the 2013 Audi S4. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Steering19

02Power Train7

03Engine2

04Electrical System1

05Power Train,engine1

32 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi S4 Fuel Economy

20–21mpg combined

17-18city

26-28hwy

$3,900-$4,100/yr

The 2013 Audi S4 delivers 20 to 21 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

S4 - Automatic (AM-S7)

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive

18 city28 hwy~$3,900/yr5/10 Average

S4 - Manual 6-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Supercharged · All-Wheel Drive

17 city26 hwy~$4,100/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2013 Audi S4

30States

22%in top 3

California has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 30 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

CACalifornia

299%

WAWashington

217%

FLFlorida

206%

ILIllinois

186%

NJNew Jersey

175%

OROregon

175%

PAPennsylvania

175%

NYNew York

165%

DEDelaware

144%

TXTexas

144%

COColorado

124%

AZArizona

103%

DCWashington DC

103%

MAMassachusetts

93%

UTUtah

93%

MNMinnesota

93%

GAGeorgia

82%

MIMichigan

82%

NHNew Hampshire

72%

MOMissouri

72%

NCNorth Carolina

72%

NVNevada

62%

MD5

IN5

NE4

OK4

WI3

OH3

CT3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2013.

Buying a 2013 Audi S4?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2013 Audi S4 a good car to buy?

The 2013 Audi S4 has 1 recall on record. There is 1 recall on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is steering, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2013 Audi S4?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2013 Audi S4. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2013 Audi S4?

Fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $125 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2013 Audi S4?

STEERING is the number-one complaint area for the 2013 Audi S4, based on 32 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.