2004 AUDI S4 Recall

Campaign:
05V096000 on 03/14/2005
Component:
Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:
12/31/2002 - 02/27/2004
Affected:
9,965
Defect:
On certain passenger vehicles, there is a possibility of xenon headlamp coating degradation over time. the luminous transmittance of the headlamp may decrease over a period of time.
Consequence:
This condition could affect a driver's field of view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the left and right xenon headlamp reflectors free of charge. the recall began on april 11, 2005. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Notes:
Vw recall no. jh. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2004 AUDI S4 TSBs (80)

Bulletin:
0402
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine, intake manifold mounting bolt torque. audi s4,s4 cabriolet, allroad, a6, a8l model year 2004. *mj update. *tt
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Valve cover, diagnosing oil leakage from gaskets. *tt
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Lightsensor warning light on intermittently. *tt
Bulletin:
190501
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
After-run coolant pump, activating (ib). to include 2005 s4 sedan, avant. *tt
Bulletin:
240501
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Fuel injectors, unnecessary replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
480501
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Power steering, noisy. to include 2006 models. *tt
Bulletin:
0502
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Cooling system performance low heater output. *eh
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Fuel injectors, unnecessary replacement. update. *tt
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Fuel injectors unnecessary replacement. *eh
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Secondary air injection (air) pump motor -v101- is noisy. *tt
Bulletin:
0502
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Fuel injectors unnecessary replacement. *eh
Bulletin:
0505
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Coolant leakage around auxiliary coolant pump. coolant light may be illuminated. *tt
Bulletin:
0402
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines. *tt
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Light sensor warning light on intermittently and customer concern about automatic headlight instrument cluster warning light illuminating for 1 second accompanied with a short beep. *tt
Bulletin:
0501
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
After-run coolant pump -v51- may not operate when the ignition is shut off and the coolant temperature is above 112 degrees c. *tt
Bulletin:
0601
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Control housing for camshaft adjuster, ensuring shim washer installation when repairing. *tt
Bulletin:
0601
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Reverse gear will not engage or is hard to engage. *tt
Bulletin:
20056243
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter. *kb
Bulletin:
20036582
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Loses power or will not move after stop. *kb
Bulletin:
24 08 14
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Mil on, engine runs rough after hot start (dtc p0300-p0308 in ecm). *nj
Bulletin:
TSB-44-08-14
Component:
203000 wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts
Summary:
Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. all audi models included. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-01-08-33
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Audi: software version management(svm) operating instructions. its a process to update the programming in flashable (reprogrammable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in all audi vehicles. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-01-09-06
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Audi: software version management (svm), operating instructions. svm is a process to update the programming in flashable (re-programmable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in audi vehicles. this system uses t
Bulletin:
TSB-24-09-16
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Audi: mil on (mass airflow sensor dtcs p0101, p0102, p0103, p0112, p0113 in ecm). engine has low performance without significant loss of power or stalling. dtcs related to the mass air flow sensor and fuel trim faults can be related to (
Bulletin:
TSB-24-08-04
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Audi: mil on (mass airflow sensor dtcs p0101, p0102, p0103, p0112, p0113 in ecm). engine has low performance without significant loss of power or stalling. models s4, s4 cabriolet, allroad, rs6, & r8. *pe
Bulletin:
SA-28F2 J1
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Audi: (revised) vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. if this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminate to let you know that the vehicle may experience
Bulletin:
TSB-28F2-REV 7
Component:
116000 electrical system:ignition
Summary:
Audi: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. (added phase 7-april 10 vin information).malfuncti
Bulletin:
TSB-00-10-02
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Audi: software version management (svm) operating instructions. detailing the general process for carrying out a software version management (svm) software update for any tsb or required vehicle update (rvu). troubleshooting information
Bulletin:
SAC-28F2-REV
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Audi: gasoline engine vehicles; inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. added final mailing phase-8/10 vin information.
Bulletin:
37-13-07
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake and accelerator pedals. *js
Bulletin:
TSB-44-13-46
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and impact guns/wrenches not approved for usage on wheel bolts by manufacturer, that can cause damage to brake, steering wheel, hub. mode
Bulletin:
SB-01-15-29
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on or possible filter element for camshaft adjustment valve can loosen and in oil circuit, there is no damage from loosened particles. model al
Bulletin:
SB-2028053/2
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
A011514 2014753-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 01 number 13-09 dated june 21, 2013. the use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves,
Bulletin:
A101511 2018288-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 10 number 13-10 dated september 5, 2013. prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. if the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is pos
Bulletin:
A171557 2010043-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 17 number 13-35 dated january 9, 2013. this bulletin lists engine oils that meet audi oil quality standards (vw 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
Bulletin:
A911578 2011500-
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 08-129 dated november 12, 2008. customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. the information display may show a message related to the satellite
Bulletin:
A911579 2038824-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 14-69 dated november 4, 2014. the following message appears on the mmi display: "device or cable type not supported". the ami cable being used is a genuine audi-branded cable with an aud
Bulletin:
A941565 2012749-
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 94 number 12-92 dated october 24, 2012. condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l
Bulletin:
A971548 2013504-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 97 number 10-15 dated october 20, 2010. sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for curre
Bulletin:
A011507 2028344-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 01 number 13-69 dated february 14, 2013. noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. the customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiri
Bulletin:
A911598 2018187-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 14-50 dated july 10, 2014. customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. parts of the speakers (su
Bulletin:
A101310 2018288-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 10 number 10-02 dated september 14, 2010. prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. if the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem
Bulletin:
A571394 2035367-
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative. some features may include power rear windows, rear climate control operating unit, rear sunroof panel, rear reading lamps, rear cigarette lighters, etc. by design, many ele
Bulletin:
A611321 2010342-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 61 number 11-14 dated august 16, 2011. convertible top exterior cloth appears soiled. the convertible top is made of durable fabric that has been treated at the factory with a compound that helps
Bulletin:
A901341 2010353-
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 90 number 10-14 dated august 10, 2010. cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -u1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once
Bulletin:
A441346 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 44 number 12-32 dated august 2, 2012. wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by audi of america, inc., and should no
Bulletin:
741312 2004327-4
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 70 number 08-39 dated december 4, 2008. leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
Bulletin:
A911429 2026888-
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 12-50 dated august 1, 2012. echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound is distorted, hisses, or scrapes occur during a phone
Bulletin:
A191450 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 13-41 dated june 20, 2013. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service
Bulletin:
A371431 2013002-
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 37 number 11-19 dated january 31, 2011. automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket. as the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak.
Bulletin:
A371430 2003658-
Component:
101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 37 number 13-07 dated may 29, 2013. customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 rpm although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks powe
Bulletin:
A001465 2011732-
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 12-32 dated february 7, 2012. this technical service bulletin (tsb) details the general process for carrying out a software version management (svm) software update for any tsb or update
Bulletin:
A001467 2002047-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 14-61 dated may 1, 2014. technician preparation when calling the audi technical assistance center (tac).
Bulletin:
A911450 2018187-
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 13-02 dated august 30, 2013. customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. parts of the speakers (
Bulletin:
A941292 2012749-
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 94 number 11-52 dated october 11, 2011. condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake
Bulletin:
A371267 2028053-
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 37 number 11 ? 31 dated december 1, 2011. customer may report downshifts not smooth when slowing the vehicle. improved software introduced after production that reduces complaints with shifting ch
Bulletin:
A171232 2018550-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 17 number 12 - 31 dated august 30, 2012. oil consumption measurement - repair authorization (ca). in order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal
Bulletin:
A191341 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 13-35 dated march 25, 2013. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service
Bulletin:
A011309 2014753-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 10-01 dated february 5, 2010. excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. engine runs rough after cold start. excessive
Bulletin:
A001578 2021205-
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 10-05 dated june 14, 2010. vin plate and/or b-pillar safety certification label requires replacement.
Bulletin:
A201559 2011703-
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 20 number 13-29 dated november 15, 2013. the fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. when the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the origi
Bulletin:
A911526 2042097-
Component:
353500 equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Summary:
The traffic feature in the mmi navigation is inoperative. if the vehicle is a model year 2016 a6 or a7, see tsb 2042013: 91 audi connect online destination search, google earth navigation view, or inrix online traffic is not available. ther
Bulletin:
A191562 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 15-61 dated july 7, 2015. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service a
Bulletin:
A961501 2019260-
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 96 number 13-67 dated july 10, 2013. the customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, j530. the customer?s door opener system ma
Bulletin:
A191335 2025303-
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 11-19 dated february 10, 2011. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for serv
Bulletin:
A001348 2002047-
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 00 number 11-19 dated april 8, 2011. this tsb contains information on technician preparation when calling the audi technical assistance center
Bulletin:
A461347 2034387-
Component:
050000 parking brake
Summary:
Customer may report sporadically hearing the parking brake being actuated after the vehicle has been switched off. if the customer does not identify the sound as the sound of the parking brake being actuated, he or she may simply complain o
Bulletin:
A911302 2018187-
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 91 number 11-20 dated october 21, 2011. customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. parts of the speakers
Bulletin:
A641329 2020552-
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
Bulletin:
A441455 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 44 number 13-46 dated december 9, 2013. wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
Bulletin:
A641436 2020552-
Component:
131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:
Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
Bulletin:
A001470 2039206-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. audi of america has started to host its tsb videos outside of
Bulletin:
Accessories Oper
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This is an advance notice for audi of america employees. this notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
Bulletin:
A941791 2012749-
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
Bulletin:
A911743 2042097-
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the mmi navigation.
Bulletin:
A441662 2010334-
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This information tsb provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
Bulletin:
ATE-17-05
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (hve ppe) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (hybrid, plugin hybrid, electric vehicle), the volkswagen tools and equipment team has identified
Bulletin:
A171782 2010043-
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This informational bulletin contains all the the audi oil quality standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
Bulletin:
A1915612025303-5
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Supersedes technical service bulletin group 19 number 14-50 dated june 20, 2014. discontinuation and mixing of audi-approved engine coolants. g11, g12, and g12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. g12++ coolant (for service

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