There is a severe safety problem associated with the audi 94s4, other model year s cars and other audi cars with the 100 body. When the plastic part that connects the throttle body to the throttle cable breaks, the engine goes up to 7000 RPM (over red line). If in heavily congested traffic as I was, the owner risks his life or his engine. Since I decided my life and that of my passengers was more important than the engine, I let the engine race and used the brake to control speed until I could safely get off the beltway and onto a side road. Once there, I saw that my exhaust manifold had gotten cherry red with and could have caused a fire. These cars need immediate recall as a safety measure and the part replaced with metal. Failure was without warning, car''s speed began to increase without warning and throttle pressure had no impact whatsoever. Less skillful person would have panicked and caused severe pile-up in rush hour traffic. Many other audi owners have reported the problem on the various computer lists and web sites used by audi owners. Call or write for details. Audi dealer was unconcerned about problem and part is not listed nor can be purchased separately. Must purchase entire throttle body at cost of over $800.
The worst 1994 Audi S4 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system6
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Fuel system6
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Recalls 2
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. A fuel feed line connecting the fuel filter to the engine can prematurely age and shrink through exposure to high under hood temperature caused by the turbocharger.
- Risk
- This can result in fuel seepage at the connection.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the entire fuel feed line from the fuel filter to the engine with a fuel line of shrinkage-proof material.
Recall number 00V068000 · Recall details
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Defective ignition switches were improperly manufactured and can cause some electrical accessories to malfunction.
- Risk
- Some electrical accessories, such as, turn signals, windshield wipers, lamps, power wind0ws and air conditioners can malfunction when the car is started.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ignition switch.
Recall number 96V017000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1994 Audi S4
Defect investigations
Fuel supply line leak
There is no summary currently available
PE99065
Technical service bulletins for the 1994 Audi S4 16
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians...
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on or...
- Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be...
- Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
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- Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the...
- Audi Elsa Newsletter
1994 Audi S4 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2L 5‑cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 |
What 1994 Audi S4 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Brakes are not working properly. Dealer has redone brakes twice.
Recall oov068000; ky consumer contacted t manufacturer, manufacturer stated this vehicle not included due to VIN. Consumer noted in cold weather fuel leaks at the line, lines are very wet. Also, a gas smell in passenger's compartment.
Intermittent fuel line leak near exhaust manifold and turbocharger.
While traveling smelled fuel inside vehicle. Dealer stated fuel line had a leak. Please provide further information.
Fuel supply line leaks.
The fuel line was found to be leaking gasoline rather heavily. The leak occured in close proximity to the exhaust and turbocharger. The failed fule line was previously replaced in january 1997 at about 61,622 miles for the same failure. The car was examined by dealer personnel for complaints of gasoline smell and leaking fuel line on two prior occasions in 1996. The initial failure was repaired under an extended warranty. The second failure (1999) was repaired at the manufacturer's expense, as I understand it.
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Questions about the 1994 Audi S4
Is the 1994 Audi S4 reliable?
Owners have filed 7 complaints about the 1994 Audi S4, fewer than a typical S4 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1994 Audi S4?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 6 complaints. Next is brakes (1).
How many recalls does the 1994 Audi S4 have?
2 recalls, covering fuel system, gasoline and electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Audi S4 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V068000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What gas mileage does the 1994 Audi S4 get?
Official estimates for the 1994 Audi S4 range from 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.2L 5-cyl, 4WD) gets 16 city and 22 highway.
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