2007 RS-4 brakes failed, caused crash
11-28-2007, 08:21 AM
#22
I vote for driver error, in lieu of a more complete and logical posting of the account.
Except for rotors, calipers and pads, the RS4 brake system is not unique. It uses the same ABS system as all other Audi's, so it's doubtful that there is a generic systemic problem.
The rotors calipers and pads have been used on other models, like the RS6, with no issues that I know of.
Simple post-crash inspection of the pads will show whether or not the pads were worn beyond the limits.
Otherwise, ABS failures will have been logged in the ECU.
The rotors calipers and pads have been used on other models, like the RS6, with no issues that I know of.
Simple post-crash inspection of the pads will show whether or not the pads were worn beyond the limits.
Otherwise, ABS failures will have been logged in the ECU.
11-28-2007, 08:24 AM
#23
Audiworld Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 52
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
he says he previously had an M5, which explains his email address...
and that he only had his RS4 for 4 months. You wouldn't necessarily change your email address for each different brand car you buy.
He could legitimately be looking for others who have experienced brake or airbag failures, to bolster a lawsuit it sounds like he is planning against Audi.
He could legitimately be looking for others who have experienced brake or airbag failures, to bolster a lawsuit it sounds like he is planning against Audi.
11-28-2007, 08:57 AM
#25
Audiworld Junior Member
Join Date: May 2006
Posts: 67
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I call BS as well. Good story for the insurance company though.
I have been with audi for sometime now and never have I ever heard of anything like that. I do believe you may have been driving to fast for conditions showing off for your friend and lost it in a turn. Airbags deploy only when necessary. The car is smart enough to know when to deploy a airbag. Good luck though.
11-28-2007, 11:43 AM
#29
AudiWorld Super User
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 4,541
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have yet on my RS6 EVER to have the wear sensors work...only fluid low warning has occured...this
with 2 sets of rotors and 5 sets of pads so I do not rely on the sensor at all....just like any car prior to this one.
