Audi A8 Complaints

254 consumer complaints on file.

#11515953April 7, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING
Hello, On April 6th, 2023, at 12 pm, my car experienced a electrical malfunction within the Start/Stop system, which didn’t posed an immediate threat to my life. Later that day, the car stalled on me while driving, causing a highly dangerous situation on a busy street during peak traffic hours. Multiple error codes appeared, and the transmission failed, leaving me in a perilous position. It is alarming that AUDI is aware of this life-threatening issue, yet no recall has been issued thus far. I urge NHTSA to take swift action and hold AUDI accountable for this critical failure, which endangers not only my life but the lives of others on the road. Please refer to the link below for evidence supporting my claim. The issue is widespread, affecting various models of Audi, including the 2019 A6, A7, and A8. https://www.audiworld.com/forums/a7-224/2019-a6-a7-a8-electrical-failures-3037487/
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11515815April 6, 2023
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The oil strainer needs to be replaced in my car. This is a known issue with Audi and there are many recalls on Audis, with the exception of mine. I read that this can lead to the engine stopping and causing an accident and it can ruin the engine. This has been problem has been reported to me by an independent service center.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11509750March 1, 2023
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2007 Audi A8. The contact stated that the sunroof glass was loosened. The contact was concerned that the sunroof glass had detached from the sunroof frame. The dealer was made aware of the failure and determined that the sunroof glass needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V415000 (Visibility) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11503884January 26, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Alternator/Start stop generator is bad. Car stopped dead in the intersection.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11503613January 25, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2019 Audi 8. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the message "Electrical Malfunction" was suddenly displayed before the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the alternator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were not available. The failure mileage was 45,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11502629January 19, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Message appeared on display Jan 7 2023: "Electrical system: Malfunction! Please contact service" The trunk lid opened while I was driving, the a/c quit (I am in Key West!), the auto start/stop quit. I had heard of many other Audi owners whose car just quit, so I scooted home and parked. I had it towed to Coral Gables FL at my expense, and the dealer told me it was an alternator problem that needed to be replaced. None available in the US, could be months before it's repaired. Car is 2019 Audi A8 with 42,000 miles.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497032December 12, 2022
ENGINE
My car was schedule for the 21H7 recall. I received 2 letters this year to have the recall work done. Audi of Pittsburgh's only available date was 12/08/22. I took the car in and later that day I got a call stating the recall was done back in March of this year. I told them it was not. Later I got a call saying it was done in April of 2019. I asked for the repair order and no one will provide it. To me it seems that Audi is looking for a reason not to perform the work.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495139November 28, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS
After water damage to the bottom level of the seat an electrical fire started. It burned through and melted the plastic facing on the right side of the seat near the seat adjustment mechanism releasing toxic fumes we have so far been unable to abate. The manufacturer has been unresponsive in addressing this hazard. The damage is available for inspection. The toxic fumes are a health hazard as was the fire. The dealer inspected the damage and refused to repair it. The Bureau of Auto Repairs in California also inspected the damage. There were no warning lights activated.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494953November 26, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Start system malfunction causes the car to randomly lose ALL power and roll back when at a stopped, causing the car to be disabled and unable to start again. Faults indicate a failure of the 48V belt driven starter generator. Parts to repair defect are severely back ordered, taking months to obtain.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494741November 23, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sunroof shattered while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491579October 31, 2022
ENGINE
In March of 2022, a safety recall number 21H7, was issued for my 2013 Audi A8L regarding the oil strainer which could clog and result in the turbocharger failing and subsequent consequences. I have contacted my Audi dealer numerous times since first receiving written notification with the most recent contact being today October 31. The dealer says they still don’t have the necessary parts and even though there is still supply chain issues internationally, quite enough time has passed and when I reached out to Audi USA, they said parts have been available since August! I have not had any issues yet in driving the car but still feel reluctant to do so and would like this fixed asap. Thank you.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490400October 22, 2022
SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1. OeM audi windshield started leaking water inside the vehicle. Thia is very unsafe when driving thru rain as water pours down the inside of the glass. 2. Uneven and creaky suspension. Vehivle pulls on side where suspension is not leveling thw vehicle out. 3. Followed all processes in changing brake pads, toros, sensors etc. Brake light doesnt go away after replacing all brake components and resetting brake warning light. Very uneasy feeling driving around qithtbhe light on as unsure as to brakes would spontaneously fail.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11486393September 26, 2022
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
There is an open recall: 16V619000 Which applies to a set of VIN numbers. This same issue happened on my vehicle and my VIN is not part of the recall. Other VIN numbers should be included in this recall like mine. I had to get the repaired on my own for $2500 because this recall isn’t showing up for my vin number
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11480781August 23, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, STRUCTURE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2016 Audi A8. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, after starting the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle was shaking until the engine warmed up. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V178000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), 20V397000 (Structure), and 19V057000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11479809August 17, 2022
ENGINE
Manufacturer Recall Number21H7 NHTSA Recall Number22V178 This recall was issued in May 2022. I emailed Audi USA, who advised me that they do not have a repair they can implement to address this recall. This is surprising because, according to an Audi enthusiast website, repairs under this recall are being made in the United Kingdom. See pdf attached. Why is Audi telling me they cannot repair my car when they seem to be doing just that in other countries? It appears that this is not a complicated repair and seems to involve only replacing a mesh oil strainer.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11479275August 15, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
A plastic guide piece which holds the passenger side of the panoramic sunroof (rear, above backseat) retractable sunshade continuously breaks on its own with limited infrequent use by control switch. I had it replaced by the dealer, which is expensive. Its my opinion this is a design flaw, or cheap plastic oem issue.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11473200July 10, 2022
POWER TRAIN
Delay in change gear especially from full stop, vehicle recoil, jump, jolt, sometimes with loud noise
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11473198July 10, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
fuel pump leak, dealer claimed the seal is broken from the manufacture, gave out strong gasoline smell
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11467247June 3, 2022
ENGINE
I was told the recall wasn't yet active, but the dealer had the parts to take care of the recall. Now I am being told I must pay for the recall repair and wait an undetermined amount of time to get reimbursed through the manufacturer. Meanwhile I can not do anything with the vehicle as if I sell it I cannot collect the monies from which they want me to pay ( over $8000 ). Please advise as this is a lot of money to tie up not knowing when it will be refunded. Thank you, [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11464663May 14, 2022
ENGINE
My car don’t get the full power & it whistles they say it’s the oil seperator .
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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