The worst 1996 Audi S4 problems
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Recalls 1
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
Technical service bulletins for the 1996 Audi S4 15
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the...
- 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...
- Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on or...
- Tightening wheel bolts
- Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be...
- Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
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- Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and...
- Audi Elsa Newsletter
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Questions about the 1996 Audi S4
Is the 1996 Audi S4 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 1996 Audi S4.
What is the most common problem with the 1996 Audi S4?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 1996 Audi S4 have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
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