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Audi A8 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns and 252 owner complaints for the Audi A8, covering model years 1995 to 2026. The 2013 model year drew the most complaints (49), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

Decode your Audi A8 VIN

See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

  • 31 recall campaigns on file
  • 252 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 32 model years with data (1995–2026)
  • most complaints: 2013 (49 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (93 complaints)
  • latest recall 25V900000 (reported Dec 19, 2025)
  • 9 complaints reporting a crash (3.6%)
  • 6 complaints reporting a fire (2.4%)
  • 2 complaints reporting an injury (0.8%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Audi A8 complaints by model year

25 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2013 model year has the most complaints: 49 of 252, or 19.4%. Next come 2015 (31) and 2004 (20). The fewest are for 2010, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Audi A8 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 1996–2021Column chart of 252 complaints across 26 model years. The highest is 2013 with 49. The full figures are in the table below the chart.1996: 1 complaint119961997: 10 complaints1019971998: 4 complaints419981999: 9 complaints919992000: 3 complaints320002001: 6 complaints620012002: 1 complaint120022003: 3 complaints320032004: 20 complaints2020042005: 6 complaints620052006: 6 complaints620062007: 4 complaints420072008: 8 complaints820082009: 5 complaints520092010: 1 complaint120102011: 15 complaints1520112012: 11 complaints1120122013: 49 complaints4920132014: 18 complaints1820142015: 31 complaints3120152016: 11 complaints1120162017: 8 complaints820172018: 0 complaints20182019: 14 complaints1420192020: 3 complaints320202021: 5 complaints52021
Show the figures for all 25 model years
Audi A8 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Audi A8 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
199610000
1997101000
199841010
199990100
200030100
200161000
200210000
200330000
2004200200
200560100
200660000
200740000
200882000
200951000
201010000
2011150000
2012110000
2013490000
2014180000
2015311010
2016110000
201781000
2019141000
202030100
202150000
All model years2529620

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Audi A8 components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 93 complaints (36.9% of all 252), followed by Electrical System (35) and Power Train (24).

Components named most often in Audi A8 complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Audi A8 complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine9336.9%
Electrical System3513.9%
Power Train249.5%
Vehicle Speed Control239.1%
Unknown or Other228.7%
Fuel/Propulsion System187.1%
Service Brakes145.6%
Suspension135.2%
Structure124.8%
Air Bags114.4%
Visibility114.4%
Steering93.6%
Engine and Engine Cooling83.2%
Forward Collision Avoidance83.2%
Visibility/Wiper83.2%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Audi A8 recalls

31 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name A8, newest first. The 31 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2026. The 2021 model year appears in the most campaigns (10).

  • 31 recall campaigns
Audi A8 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1995: 1 campaign1996: 2 campaigns1997: 2 campaigns1998: 3 campaigns1999: 4 campaigns
2000: 2 campaigns2001: 2 campaigns2002: 1 campaign2003: 1 campaign2004: 1 campaign2005: 1 campaign2006: 2 campaigns2007: 2 campaigns2008: 1 campaign2009: 1 campaign
2010: 1 campaign2011: 1 campaign2012: 1 campaign2013: 6 campaigns2014: 5 campaigns2015: 5 campaigns2016: 4 campaigns2017: 3 campaigns2018: 2 campaigns2019: 3 campaigns
2020: 5 campaigns2021: 10 campaigns2022: 3 campaigns2023: 2 campaigns2024: 2 campaigns2025: 1 campaign2026: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 25V900000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

    Model years 2019–2026

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 25V201000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Software; Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel

    Model year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.

    Consequence:
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 24V251000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger

    Model year 2024

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.

    Consequence:
    A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 23V842000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Cable/Cord › Onboard

    Model years 2020–2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

    Consequence:
    An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 23V084000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2022–2023

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S8 and A8 vehicles. During air bag assembly, the front-passenger occupant protection flap of the air bag may not have been folded correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence:
    In a crash, an incorrectly folded air bag can deploy with too much force, increasing the risk of injury to a child or small person who is seated and unbelted on the front passenger seat and very close to the instrument panel.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69ET.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 22V806000

    Reported

    Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (TOUCH)Screen/Monitor/Unit; Back Over Prevention › Display Function

    Model years 2021–2022

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 22V742000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Display Function

    Model year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 22V471000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model year 1998

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 1998 Audi A8 and 1997-1998 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflator may absorb moisture, causing the inflator to explode or the air bag cushion to underinflate.

    Consequence:
    The inflator could explode during air bag deployment, resulting in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants. An underinflated air bag may not properly protect the occupant. These scenarios increase the risk of serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver's air bag inflator with an alternative inflator of a different design, free of charge. Owner notification letters were sent September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BT. The vehicles in this recall were mistakenly omitted from recall 20V-056. All vehicle owners have already been notified by mail and informed that the remedy is available.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 22V178000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger

    Model years 2013–2017

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

    Consequence:
    Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 22V034000

    Reported

    Tires; Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly

    Model years 2020–2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

    Consequence:
    Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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  1. NHTSA campaign 21V825000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

    Model year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 21V606000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor; Seat Belts

    Model year 2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence:
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 21V295000

    Reported

    Suspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly

    Model years 2020–2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

    Consequence:
    A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 21V111000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM); Engine

    Model years 2019–2021

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A8 and 2020-2021 Audi S8 vehicles. A missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.

    Consequence:
    An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine control module connector for a missing sealing pin, and install it, if necessary. The connector will also be inspected for corrosion, and replaced as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 12, 20121. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EV.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 20V397000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hood

    Model years 2013–2018

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.

    Consequence:
    If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 20V056000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model year 1999

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain 2000-2001 TT Roadster, 2000 TT Coupe, 1999 Audi A8, 1998-2000 Audi A6, and 1999-2000 Audi A4 vehicles equipped with Non-Azide Driver air bag Inflators (NADI) that do not contain phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant. Due to a manufacturing issue, the NADI inflators may absorb moisture, possibly causing the air bag to deploy improperly in the event of a crash.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, the air bag may not properly protect the occupant, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator when the parts become available, free of charge. Owner notifications were mailed September 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69BT.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 19V415000

    Reported

    Seats

    Model year 2019

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats. The front passenger seat track rivet may fail and cause the spindle bracket to separate.

    Consequence:
    A failure of the seat track rivet increases the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger seat tracks, free of charge. The recall began July 25, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72J3.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 19V057000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model years 2013–2016

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.

    Consequence:
    Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
    Remedy:
    Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 19V035000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

    Model years 2015–2018

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 18V430000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings

    Model years 2013–2015

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  11. NHTSA campaign 16V619000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model years 2010–2013

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.

    Consequence:
    A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  12. NHTSA campaign 16V415000

    Reported

    Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

    Model years 2007–2009

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.

    Consequence:
    If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C3.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  13. NHTSA campaign 13V448000

    Reported

    Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly

    Model years 2013–2014

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.

    Consequence:
    Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  14. NHTSA campaign 08V397000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 1996–2003

    Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 MY 1996-2003 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the "park" position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock.

    Consequence:
    This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  15. NHTSA campaign 06V454000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2006–2007

    On certain vehicles where a weak battery exists, it is possible that a low voltage condition could cause the air bag control unit to improperly set a fault code. If this occurs, the passenger side frontal air bag will become deactivated. However, both the air bag warning light in the instrument cluster as well as the 'passenger air bag off' telltale in the center of the instrument panel will illuminate and provide visual warning to the driver.

    Consequence:
    If the case of a frontal crash, the passenger side front air bag would not deploy which could cause injury to the seat occupant.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the air bag control module software. The recall began on December 5, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  16. NHTSA campaign 06V324000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2004–2005

    On certain passenger vehicles, during production of the driver's frontal air bag, the air bag may not unfold properly in the event of a crash and therefore may not inflate as designed.

    Consequence:
    Loss of frontal air bag deployment could occur which can increase the risk of injury in a frontal crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a new driver's frontal air bag free of charge. The recall began on October 6, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  17. NHTSA campaign 05V522000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model year 2006

    On certain passenger vehicles, a wiring harness condition exists that may deactivate the passenger side frontal air bag even under circumstances when it should remain activated.

    Consequence:
    If this condition occurs, both the air bag warning light in the instrument cluster and the "passenger air bag off" telltale in the center of the instrument panel will properly illuminate. Consequently, the passenger side frontal air bag would not deploy in the case of a frontal crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will modify the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2005. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  18. NHTSA campaign 01V259000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap

    Model years 2000–2001

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a fuel and vapor leak detection system. A "blind cover" at the filler neck of the fuel tank may not seal properly allowing fuel vapor to escape.

    Consequence:
    Should this happen, the fuel tank pressure will be reduced, which will activate the leak detection system and alert the driver of a system's fault indicated by an instrument panel light.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel filler neck/expansion tank assembly. Owner notification began March 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Audi at 1-866-892-2834.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  19. NHTSA campaign 00V414000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting

    Model year 1999

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. It is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

    Consequence:
    If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the tie rods.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  20. NHTSA campaign 99V248000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Rod › Relay › Connecting

    Model years 1998–1999

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The tie rods of the steering assembly are protected on each side by a seal to prevent moisture and dust particles from entering the swivel bearing mechanism. It is possible that some tie rod seals may not seal properly.

    Consequence:
    If moisture and/or dust particles enter the swivel bearing mechanism, the swivel bearing could wear over time diminishing the steering control of the vehicle.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the tie rods.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

  21. NHTSA campaign 97V175000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 1995–1997

    Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The discharge of static electricity under low humidity conditions can activate the driver side air bag when the driver enters or exits the vehicle and forms an electrical circuit by touching certain areas of the steering wheel.

    Consequence:
    Activation of the air bag under these conditions can cause personal injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a ground wire on the driver side air bag.

    Filed by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Audi A8 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Audi A8 have?

NHTSA lists 31 vehicle recall campaigns for the Audi A8, covering model years 1995 to 2026. The most recent, 25V900000, was reported on December 19, 2025 and is filed under “Back over prevention”. The 2021 model year is covered by the most campaigns (10).

Which Audi A8 model year has the most complaints?

The 2013 model year, with 49 of the 252 complaints in NHTSA’s file (19.4%). The next are 2015 (31) and 2004 (20). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Audi A8 complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 93 complaints, or 36.9% of all 252. Electrical System (35) and Power Train (24) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Audi A8?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Audi dealer.

How many Audi A8 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 252 complaints, 9 report a crash, 6 a fire, 2 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Audi models

8 models · most complaints first

The Audi models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Audi VIN decoder with every Audi model page, WMI code and VIN note.

  • Audi A4 1995–2024 · 27 recalls · 2,893 complaints
  • Audi A6 1995–2026 · 54 recalls · 1,656 complaints
  • Audi Q5 2008–2026 · 33 recalls · 1,337 complaints
  • Audi Q7 2007–2026 · 32 recalls · 1,042 complaints
  • Audi A3 2001–2025 · 20 recalls · 728 complaints
  • Audi S4 1995–2022 · 15 recalls · 560 complaints
  • Audi A5 2008–2026 · 19 recalls · 325 complaints
  • Audi TT 2000–2023 · 12 recalls · 319 complaints

All Audi models and WMI codesLook up recalls by year

Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.