1997 AUDI A8
2 recalls, 12 complaints - 80 TSBs
08V397000 Aug 14, 2008
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
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 IGNI... Read more
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.
97V175000 Oct 8, 1997
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Defect Description
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.
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS | 1 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT | 1 |
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:ACCESSORY SCISSOR/SCREW/BOTTLE JACK/LIFT
Dec 14, 2006
Incident date: Jan 1, 2006
MY 1997 AUDI A8 IS EQUIPPED WITH A VEHICLE JACK THAT IS GROSSLY INADEQUATE FOR CHANGING A TIRE AND IS HAZARDOUS TO ANYONE USING IT-- IT IS PRONE TO COLLAPSE. MANY USERS OF THIS JACK HAVE EXPERIENCED COLLAPSE, AND AUDI DOES NOT CARE TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. *JB
AIR BAGS
Dec 13, 2006
Incident date: Dec 5, 2006
MY 1997 AUDI A8 HAS AIR BAG LIGHT DISPLAY IN THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. ON A RECENT VISIT TO THE AUDI DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE ADVISOR THAT THEY HAVE RESET THE FAULT CODE. WHEREVER, SOON AFTER THAT THE WARNING LIGHT CAME UP AGAIN AND STAY ON NOW. I SEARCHED THE WEB AND FOUND O... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 25, 2005
Incident date: Jan 27, 2005
WHILE DRIVING THE CONSUMER'S 1997 AUDI A8 QUATTRO ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. *NM *NM
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Mar 23, 2005
Incident date: Feb 23, 2005
VEHICLE WAS PULLING OUT IN REVERSE WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BUMPER GOT CAUGHT ON SOMETHING AND RIPPED OUT COMPLETELY. CONSUMER ANTICIPATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED TOO LOW, AND HAD INFORMED THE MANUFACTURER.*AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Jul 18, 2003
Incident date: Jul 13, 2003
THE IGNITION SWITCH IN MY 1997 AUDI A8 FAILED INTERNALLY AND WAS DISABLED IN IT'S ABILITY TO SPRING BACK FROM THE START POSITION. WITH THE SWITCH CONTACTS IN A POSITION BETWEEN START AND RUN, NONE OF THE ELECTRICAL AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT WILL OPERATE. THIS INCLUDES THE HEADLIGHTS / TAILLIGHTS, TURN SI... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jan 10, 2003
WHILE DRIVING THERE WAS A TERRIBLE NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND DEALER STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. CONSUMER FEELS TRANSMISSION HAS A DEFECT.*JB
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Jan 31, 2001
Incident date: Oct 24, 2000
TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE CAUSING LOUD HUMMING NOISE FROM ENGINE WHILE DRIVING. NLM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Jan 31, 2001
Incident date: Oct 13, 2000
REAR BRAKE LIGHT BULB OUT. NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Nov 20, 2000
BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE AT A RED LIGHT. CONSUMER HAS TO KEEP PUSHING BRAKES. TOOK TO DEALER 4 TIMES, AND EVERYTIME DEALER SAID ROTORS WERE DAMAGED. CONSUMER STATED THAT TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 10000 MILES. *AK THE VEHICLE MAKER ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THE A8 ROTORS WEAR QUICKLY. *YH
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Nov 20, 2000
BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE AT A RED LIGHT. CONSUMER HAS TO KEEP PUSHING BRAKES. TOOK TO DEALER 4 TIMES, AND EVERYTIME DEALER SAID ROTORS WERE DAMAGED. CONSUMER STATED THAT TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 10000 MILES. *AK THE VEHICLE MAKER ACKNOWLEDGED THAT THE A8 ROTORS WEAR QUICKLY. *YH
POWER TRAIN
Nov 9, 2000
WE WANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE ODOMETER "ROLLBACK" (CHANGING FROM KILOMETERS TO MILES). DOES THIS CONSTITUTE ODOMETER FRAUD IF STICKER WAS NOT ON THE DOOR WHEN WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE? WE WANT TO KNOW IF ALL LEGAL REQUIREMENTS WERE MET FOR IMPORTATION TO THE U. S. FROM MEXICO IN 1999. AND WERE ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 1, 1999
Incident date: Aug 31, 1999
WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES TO PARK THIS VEHICLE IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP AFTER BEING WEDGED IN BETWEEN TWO PARKED VEHICLES. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK
Crash
EPA Fuel Economy, 1997 AUDI A8
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 24.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,200 |
| 4.2L 8-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 15.0 | 23.0 | 18.0 | Premium | $4,200 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 AUDI A8
80 manufacturer communications from 68 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM | 3 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 3 |
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-05
Aug 28, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
AWC 19-04
Jul 22, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7
A941791 2012749-
Jul 31, 2017
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l
SM 44-2017 EN
Jun 28, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
A171782 2010043-
May 10, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change.
ATE-17-05
Mar 3, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified
A441662 2010334-
Oct 19, 2016
200000 WHEELS
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
A451510 2042048-
Oct 5, 2015
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake
A191562 2025303-
Sep 8, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a
A1915612025303-5
Jul 7, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
SB-01-15-29
Jul 1, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL
A941565 2012749-
Apr 17, 2015
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l
A171557 2010043-
Mar 6, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
A011507 2028344-
Feb 13, 2015
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiri
Accessories Oper
Dec 4, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
44145520103346
Oct 21, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A441455 2010334-
Oct 12, 2014
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
A001467 2002047-
Jul 31, 2014
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
AUD4927ENG
Jul 10, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
Edition92
Jun 30, 2014
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
A191450 2025303-
Jun 20, 2014
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
Update91i8
May 13, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
44134620103345
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Tightening wheel bolts
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
A441346 2010334-
Dec 9, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no
TSB-44-13-46
Dec 9, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE
A901341 2010353-
Sep 23, 2013
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once
2013_06_ATU Audi
Aug 5, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
Edition42
Jul 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Audi Elsa Newsletter
134120253033
Jun 20, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
A191341 2025303-
Jun 20, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service
SM562013
Jun 6, 2013
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Seat Belt
SM562013
Jun 6, 2013
150000 SEAT BELTS
Seat Belt
133520253032
Apr 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
A001348 2002047-
Apr 1, 2013
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
A191335 2025303-
Mar 25, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for serv
1335201004313
Jan 9, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
A941292 2012749-
Oct 24, 2012
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake
TSB-44-08-14
Nov 19, 2008
203000 WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE
0715
Nov 7, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *NJ
TSB-94-07-15
Nov 7, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
AUDIO: EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. CONDENSATION IS VISIBLE ON THE INSIDE OF HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE MARKER LIGHTS, FRONT TURN SIGNAL OR THIRD BRAKE LIGHT LENS. DAMP AIR SETTLES ON THE INSIDE OF A COLD LENS,
20056243
Feb 26, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
127000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
124000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
2012749-2
Feb 26, 2007
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE
JE
Nov 24, 2004
021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
CHECK/REPLACE REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. *TC
11242004
Nov 24, 2004
021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
SERVICE ACTION JE CAMPAIGN-CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. AUDI HAS FOUND THAT IN RARE CASES, ONE OR BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT WEAR, EVEN THOUGH THE DAMAGE TO THE RUBBER BO
042804
Apr 28, 2004
021530 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
SERVICE ACTION TO INSPECT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEALS. *TT
0001
Feb 3, 2000
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
INFORMATION ON REPLACING DAMAGE FASTENERS WHEN A CONDITION EXIST WHERE THE REAR LICENSE PLATE FASTENERS MAY BE BROKEN, LOOSE OR FALLEN BEHIND THE LICENSE PLATE HOLDER / LENS ASSEMBLY.
9903
Dec 22, 1999
142000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
INFORMATION ON DEACTIVATING / ACTIVATING THE REAR SIDE AIRBAGS. *TT
9809
Dec 8, 1998
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
SUBJECT ON CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM, FUNCTION OPTIONS. *YC
9803
Oct 13, 1998
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CONDITION WITH INSUFFICIENT VEHICLE GROUND AT GROUND LOCATION 43. *YC
9802
Sep 3, 1998
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
CLUNKING OR RATTLING NOISE FROM ONE OR BOTH SIDES OF FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS. *YC
9802
Aug 13, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONDITIONS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, DELAYED DOWNSHIFT ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION. *YC
9801O
Jun 5, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT ON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 00591 & 00592L. *YC
9803K
May 7, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
CUSTOMER REQUESTS DEACTIVATION OR REACTIVATION OF REAR SIDE AIRBAGS. *YC
980169
Apr 30, 1998
140000 AIR BAGS
INFORMATION ON REPLACING AIRBAG COMPONENTS AFTER AN ACCIDENT. *YC
9801C
Feb 27, 1998
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
VEHICLE EXHIBITS DELAYED 1-2 SHIFT UNDER PART LOAD AFTER A COLD START. *YC
9801A
Feb 6, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT CENTER BOLT AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKER BOLT, CORRECTIONS. *YC
9801D
Jan 27, 1998
022520 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC
9801E
Jan 27, 1998
022000 SUSPENSION:REAR
INFORMATION ON REAR AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC
9801F
Jan 27, 1998
200000 WHEELS
SUBJECT ON WHEELS AND TIRES. *YC
9801G
Jan 27, 1998
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
SUBJECT ON ABS FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC
9801H
Jan 27, 1998
015000 STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
SUBJECT ON POWER STEERING. *YC
9711219708T
Nov 21, 1997
130000 VISIBILITY
INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE/MOTOR. *YC
9708209701A
Aug 20, 1997
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CONCERNS WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, SOUND OUTPUT LOW OR DISTORTED, TAPES MAY BE DESTROYED. *YC
9708209701A
Aug 20, 1997
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CONCERNS WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, SOUND OUTPUT LOW OR DISTORTED, TAPES MAY BE DESTROYED. *YC
9708199710A
Aug 19, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY HAS ESTABLISHED A TOLL-FREE OE SERVICE LINE TO ASSIST THE DEALER NETWORK REGARDING ANY GOODYEAR TIRE CONCERNS. *YC
9707299703D
Jul 29, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF FRONT FLOOR MATS. *YC
9706189703F
Jun 18, 1997
130000 VISIBILITY
CONDITIONS WITH REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE. *YC
9705299706B
May 29, 1997
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
INFORMATION ON VEHICLES BODY REPAIR MATERIAL. *YC
9705169707D
May 16, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT ON THREADED POP RIVETS. *YC
9705159705X
May 15, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT ON PNEUMATIC RIVETING GUN 2002 FOR BODY REPAIR. *YC
9704159701D
Apr 15, 1997
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
CONDITIONS WITH REAR DOOR SUNSHADE PULL TAB. *YC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, AUDI A8
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA22001
Opened: Apr 4, 2022 , Closed: May 26, 2023
Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE 21-009) after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7 equipped with the 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported the v... Read more
PE21009
Opened: Mar 29, 2021 , Closed: May 27, 2022
Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 21-009 after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7. The subject vehicles are equipped with 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complai... Read more
AUDI A8 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI A8 across all model years (1995, 2026).
81
Total Recalls
362
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
14
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUDI A8 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
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| 2026 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 10 | 7 | View |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | View |
| 2019 | 3 | 22 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 3 | 12 | View |
| 2016 | 4 | 17 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 46 | View |
| 2014 | 5 | 27 | View |
| 2013 | 6 | 67 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 17 | View |
| 2011 | 1 | 23 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 10 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 11 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 31 | View |
| 2003 | 1 | 3 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 2 | 8 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 13 | View |
| 1998 | 3 | 4 | View |
| 1997 (current) | 2 | 12 | |
| 1996 | 2 | 1 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | View |