Model year guide

2001 Audi S4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2001 Audi S4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2001 Audi S4 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints87
Combined18 mpg

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2001 Audi S4 recalls 1

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #21V470000 · 23/06/2021

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2000-2001 Audi TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2000-2002 A4, and S4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver Air Bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69CJ.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2001 Audi S4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2001 Audi S4 MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway22 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,200

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2001 Audi S4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,000
Fuel only$21,000
Per mile$0.28

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.

2001 Audi S4 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl 250 hp

2001 Audi S4 vehicles on record

2001 Audi S4 quattroWAURD68D61A093900 2001 Audi S4 quattroWAURD68DX1A140538 2001 Audi S4 quattroWAURD68D01A081337

Other Audi S4 model years

2019 2018 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2000

2001 Audi S4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2001 Audi S4 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2001 Audi S4. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Audi S4?

Based on 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, air bags, tires.

What gas mileage does the 2001 Audi S4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2001 Audi S4 at about 18 mpg combined (16 city / 22 highway).

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