Suspension Problems of Audi S4

Audi S4 owners have reported 4 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension noise (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Audi S4


Recently reported Suspension problems of Audi S4

The Suspension problem

Audi dealer inspection revealed rear spring is broken and mounts are deteriorating. Dealer states not common and would result in accident if not repaired. Research indicates broken springs common with certain Audi vehicles (a4/s4, q5 & q7), especially 2018 model year.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

Thunking noise in front suspension for last two years when I get on the gas or on the brakes. Two separate dealers took the car for a road test and said it was fine. It has gotten progressively louder and more noticeable.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Wheel Bearing problem

Normal day to day driving has produced failure of two sets of front wheel bearings on this car. The original equipment made noise at about 30,000 miles and failed completely at 62,000 miles. The second set I have now are rumbling and grinding now and they have only been on the car for 20,000 miles.   Read details...




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