2018 AUDI A8

2 recalls, 0 complaints - 583 TSBs

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD

Defect Description

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.

12,964 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Defect Description

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.

74,881 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 AUDI A8

583 manufacturer communications from 404 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	106
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	53
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	46
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	29
010000 STEERING	23
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	23
030000 BRAKES (PWS)	21
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	20

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

119127 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when Apple CarPlay pops up or takes over audio without user intervention in vehicles with the Audi Smartphone Interface.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.

123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.

162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

This bulletin provides information for when the black optic trim is discolored.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information related to the VIN-4-PIN Program.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information for when the brakes creak at an almost standstill.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on for when there is corrosion on the friction surface of a steel brake disc.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information for when a steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation is reported.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake noise analysis and handling.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise from the area around the instrument cluster.

130000 VISIBILITY

This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.

140000 AIR BAGS

This bulletin provides information for when the airbag warning light is on and DTC B13BCF2 is stored in the airbag control module.

150000 SEAT BELTS

This bulletin provides information for when the seatbelt is hard to latch in the belt buckle.

011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.

046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

This bulletin provides information for when one or more DC is stored in the ABS control unit related to the parking switch; DTC C100C07 and/or C100C29.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides detailed information on the proper documentation of optical concerns for headlights and taillights.

116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

This bulletin provides information regarding the Audi advanced key.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This bulletin provides instructions for ordering replacement Safety Certification labels or VIN plates.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information to Audi technicians regarding the VIN-4-PIN bonus program.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle is parked for a prolonged period of time.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on how to document optical defects in order to submit to Warranty.

131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin contains a software update for DTC P0CA700 or U046900.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the 48V battery is in a low voltage protection state and will not accept a charge; DTC P0A7D00 is logged.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information on how to update the navigation map.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin states that squeaking noises which may be more prevalent in wet weather during steering is normal and repair is not needed.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin contains a software update for DTC P0CA700 or U046900.

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the overhead camera cannot be calibrated.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin states that it takes about 20 seconds after switching the ignition on for the Audi Pre Sense symbol advising that "Audi pre sense not available at the moment"

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

This bulletin states that it takes about 20 seconds after switching the ignition on for the Audi Pre Sense symbol advising that "Audi pre sense not available at the moment"

116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE

This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not go off at all. No DTCs are stored.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the 12V socket and/or the cigarette lighter are not working.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when the 12V socket and/or the cigarette lighter are not working.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides instructions for brake noise analysis and handling.

136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS but the washer solvent level is correct.

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides instructions when the black optic exterior trim is discolored.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides instructions when the black optic exterior trim is discolored.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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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.

EA, Closed , Model Year: 2013

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... ehicles would stall with no warning while driving at highway or city traffic speeds. Several of the complainants alleged an inability to restart. The complaints alleged the major contributing factor to the engine stalling was the failure of the turbochargers. The complaints cited the turbocharger failure was a result of oil starvation due to a clogged oil strainer in the turbocharger oil supply line.The location of the oil strainer in the turbocharger oil supply line is in the inner valley of the engine. It is not easily accessible, making servicing the component difficult. The oil strainer removes particles and carbon deposits from the oil before lubricating the turbochargers. Over time, if the debris is not removed from the oil strainer, it becomes clogged and prevents oil from flowing to the turbochargers. This causes the turbine bushings to run dry and overheat resulting in turbine shaft failure due to thermal stress.On April 04, 2022, PE21-009 was upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA22-001) to further assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety related consequences of the alleged defect. Volkswagen filed recall 22V-178 to replace the 30?m mesh oil strainer with a 90?m mesh oil strainer in the subject vehicles. VW introduced the larger mesh oil strainer into production in March of 2017 effecting the 2017-2018MY vehicles.ODI reviewed information from VW for vehicles that had the larger mesh installed in production. The data received showed, since the new oil strainer size of 90?m went into production for the 2017-2018MY, there has not been any reported incidents of turbocharger failures due to oil starvation or other failures that could be related to the larger screen mesh. In view of the recall being conducted by VW and lack of any detrimental side effect to the turbocharger caused by the larger mesh, ODI is closing this Engineering Analysis (EA). The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances.11502847,11506565,11494663,11488813,11486393,11480926,11479882,11476289,11466761 11464663,11463254,11460580,11460496,11458973,11458804,11457556,11454753,11452668 11452589,11452584,11452383,11452175,11452111,11451724,11451724,11450995,11450988 11449661,11447092,11443657,11442867,11440536,11440052,11439959,11438691,11436461 11435619,11433925,11433733,11432336,11431661,11431421,11429704,11429584,11428128 11426929,11424203,11423603,11423337,11422431,11421084,11420626,11420342,11419693 11418884,11418437,11418433,11418135,11417635,11417351,11416095,11414578,11414235 11414064,11413359,11413285,11413214,11407510,11407450,11406897,11406821,11406637 11406460,11406416,11406291,11406287,11406277,11406273,11406263,11406256,11406251 11406229,11406222,11406208,11406204,11406197,11406182,11406015,11404665,11404426 11404348,11403823,11403430,11403268,11402684,11399435,11397821,11396241,11394763 11391037Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2013

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... nants reported that the vehicles stall suddenly with no warning while driving on the highway or in city traffic. Several of the complainants alleged an inability to restart. The complaints allege the major contributing factor to the engine stalling is the failure of the turbochargers. The complaints further allege the turbocharger failure is a result of oil starvation due to a clogged oil strainer.The location of the oil strainer in the turbocharger oil supply line is in the inner valley of the engine. It is not easily accessible, making regular service difficult. The oil strainer removes dirty particles and carbon deposits from the oil before flowing to lubricate the Turbochargers. Overtime if the debris are not removed from the oil strainer, it clogs the strainer and prevents free flow of oil to the turbochargers and makes the turbine bushings to run dry and overheat which causes the turbine shaft to break due to thermal stress. In VW's response to ODI's Information Request letter, VW provided approximately 611 warranty claims with unique VINs, 70 Field Reports and 45 Consumer complaints. These reports allege engine stalling due to turbocharger failure similar to the NHTSA reports described above. To date, NHTSA has received approximately 98 allegations of stall due to turbocharger failures. The total of 824 reports shown in the table above eliminates duplicate reports received by both ODI and the manufacturer.This Preliminary Evaluation is being upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to further assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety related consequences of the alleged defect of engine stalling due to turbocharger failureThe ODI complaints cited above can be viewed at www.NHTSA.gov under the following ODI identification numbers:11452589, 11452584, 11452383, 11450995, 11450988, 11449661, 11447092, 11442867 11440536, 11440052, 11439959, 11438691, 11436461, 11435619, 11431661, 11429704 11429584, 11426929, 11424203, 11423603, 11423337, 11421084, 11420626, 11420342 11418884, 11418437, 11418433, 11417635, 11417351, 11416095, 11414235, 11413359 11413214, 11413285, 11413133, 11407510, 11407450, 11407289, 11406821, 11406416 11406291, 11406277, 11406273, 11406256, 11406251, 11406229, 11406222, 11406204 11406197, 11406182, 11404665, 11404426, 11404348, 11403430, 11403268, 11399435 11397821, 11396241, 11394763, 11391037, 11388662, 11387166, 11377446, 11363283 11354107, 11344193, 11342497, 11342360, 11340302, 11325065, 11324163, 11322168, 11321144, 11318477, 11306754, 11279429, 11268109, 11256706, 11252723, 11246579 11234853, 11234714, 11231582, 11231013, 11230589, 11229484, 11222281, 11218822 11218749, 11217604, 11209168, 11209142, 11197149, 11191243, 11175842, 11170776 11164032, 11152418.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.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
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 (current)	2	0
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	2	12	View
1996	2	1	View
1995	1	0	View

Other AUDI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
A6	205	2,172	View
Q5	151	1,727	View
Q7	134	1,343	View
A4	129	3,629	View
A7	120	209	View
S6	118	187	View
S3	111	122	View
A5	100	418	View

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