Model year guide

2007 Audi RS 4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2007 Audi RS 4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2007 Audi RS 4 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2007 Audi RS 4 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints4
Combined15 mpg
Typical price$29,639

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2007 Audi RS 4 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V427000 · manufacturer #69R7 · 22/06/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equ…

Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes recal…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V032000 · 11/01/2017

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Vi…

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall number 18V427.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2007 Audi RS 4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2007 Audi RS 4 MPG & running costs

Combined15 mpg
City13 mpg
Highway20 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$5,500
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionManual 6-spd
Passenger volume89 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$15,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2007 Audi RS 4 worth?

Low
$23,000
Typical price
$29,639
High
$36,995

From 5 comparable 2007 Audi RS 4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2007 Audi RS 4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$27,500
Fuel only$27,500
Per mile$0.37

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
180.7 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
55.9 in
Wheelbase
104.3 in
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
60.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2007 Audi RS 4. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 156

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 156.

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

Bulletin A0023742052680_4 · Equipment · Oct 2023

Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023

Bulletin DC_AudiRingsV12 · Equipment · Apr 2023

In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,907 Audi owners in the State of Massachusetts on March 13, 2023.

Bulletin TRMDMV_MA_Audi · Air Bags · Mar 2023

In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 2,174 Audi owners in the State of Colorado on February 13, 2023.

Bulletin TRMDMV_CO_Audi · Air Bags · Feb 2023

Takata recall and 3G turndown

Bulletin DC_Rings_VOL10 · Air Bags, Equipment · Feb 2023

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

Bulletin DC_Alternator_6 · Equipment · Jan 2023

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

Bulletin DC_Alternator_4 · Equipment · Jan 2023

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

Bulletin DC_Alternator_5 · Equipment · Jan 2023

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

Bulletin DC_Alternator_3 · Equipment · Jan 2023

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

Bulletin DC_Alternator_2 · Equipment · Jan 2023

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RS 4. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2007 Audi RS 4. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could b…

Transport Canada #2018342 · Jun 2018

Airbag

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could b…

Transport Canada #2017026 · Jan 2017

Airbag

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the passenger frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could b…

Transport Canada #2016266 · May 2016

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Audi RS 4

The Audi RS 4 is the high-performance variant of the Audi A4 range produced by Audi Sport GmbH for AUDI AG, a division of the Volkswagen Group. It sits above the Audi S4 as the fastest, most sports-focused car based on the A4's "B" automobile platform. The RS 4 was reintroduced in 2012, based on the A4 Avant instead of the sedan as did the original model.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2007 Audi RS 4 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl 420 hp

2007 Audi RS 4 vehicles on record

2007 Audi RS 4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Audi RS 4 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2007 Audi RS 4. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi RS 4?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, air bags, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2007 Audi RS 4 get?

The 2007 Audi RS 4 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 15 mpg combined (13 city / 20 highway).

How much is a 2007 Audi RS 4 worth?

Comparable 2007 Audi RS 4 listings run roughly $23,000–$36,995, typically around $29,639 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.