Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Audi S4. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Front Air Bags may not Deploy on Secondary Impact
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will update the air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2014. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69K5.
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Owner complaints (17)
17 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | 35.3% |
| Engine | 3 | 17.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | 17.6% |
| Power train | 3 | 17.6% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 17.6% |
| Air bags | 1 | 5.9% |
| Electrical system | 1 | 5.9% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 5.9% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 5.9% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 5.9% |
How 2014 compares with other S4 years
Best and worst S4 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 60 | 0 |
| 2011 | 26 | 1 |
| 2012 | 22 | 1 |
| 2013 | 33 | 1 |
| 2014 | 17 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | 7 | 2 |
| 2019 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 | 16 | 3 |
| 2021 | 2 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2014 Audi S4 4 dr awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 413 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | $3,900 | 413 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $4,100 | 439 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2014 S4 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2014 Audi S4 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2014 Audi S4 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 14V667000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2014 Audi S4 problems?
Owners filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (6), Engine (3), Fuel/propulsion system (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2014 Audi S4 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · Automatic version at 18 city, 28 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2014 Audi S4 get?
NHTSA rated the 2014 Audi S4 4 dr awd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 5 stars rollover (9.9% rollover risk).
How does the 2014 S4 compare with other years?
Among the 2010–2021 Audi S4 model years at least five years old, the 2015 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2010 the most (60). The 2014 drew 17. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.