The most-reported RS 4 run is WUARU78E57N (2007 builds) with 1 complaints, 1× the typical run. Suspension problems make up 50% of reports; NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for RS 4 model years 2007–2008.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Audi RS 4 has 4 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every RS 4 complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WUARU78E57N•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| WUARU98E07N•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| WUARU78E17N•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| WUADU98E18N•••••• | 2007 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4 | 4 | — |
Heaviest year here is 2007 at 1 complaints per run; lightest is 2007 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 50% of everything Audi RS 4 owners report: Suspension, 2 of 4 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Air Bags | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 3 recall campaigns on the Audi RS 4; the 3 below cover build years 2007 to 2008. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 17V032000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2007–2008 |
| 18V427000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2007–2008 |
| 18V082000 | Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module | 2008 |
17V032000 was opened in 2017 on cars built from 2007: 10 years on the road before the recall.
The RS 4 against its rivals
The RS 4 draws 1 complaints per production run; the BMW 328i 2.4, the BMW 330i 3.4 and the BMW 335i 1.4. That is the lowest rate of the 4.
How serious were they
| Outcome | Audi RS 4 | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 4 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 0 (0%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 0 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 100% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Audi RS 4 share of that is 4 complaints over 4 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Audi RS 4 VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 4 NHTSA complaints from 4 RS 4 runs and 3 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which RS 4 production run has the most complaints?
WUARU78E57N, a 2007 build, with 1 complaints. The typical RS 4 run has 1.
Does the RS 4 get more complaints than the BMW 328i?
No: 1 complaints per production run for the RS 4 against 2.4 for the BMW 328i.
How many RS 4 complaints involve a crash?
0% of 4 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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