Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Audi S4 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Audi S4 with bridge stone blizzard ws- 60 tires 235/45/r17. He stated when driving over 50 MPH the tires do not grip and lose traction. Bridgestone was contacted and they stated that they could not help him .this issue has been occurring ever since he purchased the tires. He had replaced them 2 times. The failure mileage and current mileage was 80000.
I own a 2000 Audi S4 with original equipment tires: pirelli p6000, size 225/45-17. At 3,000 miles, the first two tires developed severe bubbling in the sidewalls and both tires were replaced free of charge by the Audi dealer because they said they were aware there were problems with these tires. By 15,000 miles 2 more tires had severe bubbling in the sidewalls and I had a flat tire when the tire pulled away from the rims. There is something terribly wrong with this brand of tire. I have now replaced all 4 tires in under 15,000 miles. One of the tires that was replaced at the 3,000 mark was the same tire that had the flat in it at 15,000 miles. If the Audi dealer in latham, new york knew there was something wrong with the sidewalls on these tires and replaced them without a fight, then you know there is a valid complaint here. …
This is the third tire failure since I received my S4. A fellow motorist noticed a large bubble in the sidewall of the right front tire. This tire is a replacement tire that was installed after the original failed. There is obviously some problem or defect with these tires. I have been in touch with other S4 owners and many of them complain about these sidewall bulges. The fact that Bridgestone denies any problem and will not replace the tires free of charge is ridiculous. I do not feel safe driving this car with these tires. Pressure needs to be put on Audi and Bridgestone to either reimburse us for the tires and replace them free of charge, or to supply us with a new improved or different tire. These tires should be recalled immediately because they are unreliable and unsafe. …
Car was delivered on June 4th 2000. From the time I drove off the lot the vehicle slightly steered towards the right. I was told by different dealer service departments it was either the tire pressure or the crowning in the roads. I asked ogner motors in woodland hills to rotate the tires and perform further evaluation. They found one of my tires to be defective. Apparently the sidewall of the tire in question failed. They are awaiting a replacement tire form the manufacturer...I am concerned about the other three tires on the vehicle considering I have heard numerous report via audiworld.com that these tires are extremely sucseptible to sidewall (bubbles) failure. (tiresize: 225/45/17)( dot number: tire size: 225/45/17 )
I don't know the dot #'s on the tires. First tire I paid for myself. Due to many complaints on audiworld.com forums, I purchased road hazard warranty for all tires. Second tire would have been covered under road hazard warranty, but there was a national shartage of re040's at this time. I then obtained a used replacement from another S4 owner that already switched to another tire. I'm moving soon, so phone# and address will change. The phone# and address are my parents. My parents should give you my new phone# if needed. Mail sent to my parents should also get to me without problem.( dot number: tire size: 245/45 r17 )
While travelling at 35-40 MPH, I hit a small bump and tire blew, also these tires were sold as an all weather tire, I was assured by several Audi sales people that they were and at aproximately 200 miles I had to purchase snow tires as these tires are dangerous in even a light dusting of snow. I purchased Michelin alpines for snow, but, have not replaced the bridgestones for normal driving as competitive tires would be at least $800 due to the size and speed rating.( dot number: )
While detailing my car, I noticed a small crack in the sidewall of the left rear tire. It begins where the tread meets the sidewall and extends 1.5" toward the center of the wheel. The crack is about 1/4" deep. I can supply a photo if you wish, please email me if you'd like one. This tire has been removed from the vehicle, and none of the other tires had similar cracks. The tires have not been abused in any way. Thank you!( dot number: ejh8cfe429 tire size: 225/45r17 )
Each of the tires have bubbles all occuring at different milages. 2 replaced and both bubbled again after only 3000 miles. Live in the chicago area roads are not the best but other cars don't have this problem. Other 2000 Audi S4's and Audi tt's are experiencing the same problem. Www.audiworld.com is a good place to gather information on other defects.( dot number: tire size: 225/45/17 )
Bridgestone blizzak ws-60 tires are hideously dangerous on dry roads, at speeds above 55mph, when they begin to lose traction. Above 65mph, they are terrifyingly unstable and unpredictable. Note: the problem is not with the lm-25 tire model. These tires perform adequately. The problem is severe, and only involved the newest model, the ws-60.
The tire did not 'fail' but rather causes a pull to the right that the dealer refuses to correct. They claim Bridgestone needs to do this. For a $45K car I expect tires that last a while and if not then Audi should replace them. The listed cost is estimated replacement cost for decent tires. (dot number: ejn8 tiresize: 225/45r17)
Wheel & Tire complaints in other S4 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2000 Audi S4?
NHTSA has 37 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2000 Audi S4, 26% of the model year's 143 complaints. The component named most often is sidewall (19 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Audi S4 wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires recall for the 2000 Audi S4, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2000 Audi S4 wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 80,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.