2014 AUDI A8 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
27
Owner Complaints
5
Recalls
104
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2014 AUDI A8
The 2014 AUDI A8 has received a total of 27 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER, STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. 104 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (12 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (3 complaints), and Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 AUDI A8
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2014 AUDI A8, potentially affecting up to 55,795 vehicles.
Recall 22V178000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
| 26,093 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 20V397000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
| 12,964 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 19V057000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 8,985 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 18V430000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 6,633 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Recall 13V448000 — VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
| 1,120 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 AUDI A8
27 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 AUDI A8. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Car went dead on the hwy without any warning. Dealer has the vehicle for a month now and says there is metal shavings in fuel and need more than 15000/- in repairs to replace fuel pump, 6 fuel injectors fuel line and fuel rail. Metal shavings come from fuel pump Failure there should be micro filters in line to stop them from entering the fuel line and injector with sudden death.
Car went dead on the hwy without any warning. Dealer has the vehicle for a month now and says there is metal shavings in fuel and need more than 15000/- in repairs to replace fuel pump, 6 fuel injectors fuel line and fuel rail. Metal shavings come from fuel pump Failure there should be micro filters in line to stop them from entering the fuel line and injector with sudden death.
The dealer has been unable to provide repairs for the broken front camera for over three months, which has rendered many of the car's safety features inoperable.
The dealer has been unable to provide repairs for the broken front camera for over three months, which has rendered many of the car's safety features inoperable.
The dealer has been unable to provide repairs for the broken front camera for over three months, which has rendered many of the car's safety features inoperable.
Safety Rating for the 2014 AUDI A8
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2014 AUDI A8 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 AUDI A8
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 104 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 AUDI A8. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A172218204064412 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides repair instructions on diagnosing and replacing a leak in the crankcase breather module.
A4821052063527_1 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains instructions for calibrating the steering angel sender G85.
A1720102060033_2 — ENGINE
This bulletin contains repair instrructions for when there are noises in the engine compartment with DTC P052E00.
A1920042025303_1 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
A4320412059843_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains a software update for an adaptive suspension warning with DTCs C104011, C104111, C104211, and C104311.
A172099204064411 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides repair instructions on diagnosing and replacing a leak in the crankcase breather module.
14A8A8LS8FLDCAP — ENGINE
A8L 6.3L W12 CEJA engine oil capacity changed to 11.2L (11.8 qts).
14A8A8LS8FLDCAP — EQUIPMENT
A8L 6.3L W12 CEJA engine oil capacity changed to 11.2L (11.8 qts).
A011718 2038045- — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for replacing the coolant thermostat with a new part number to resolve a stored DTC.
A191788 2036167- — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides instructions for a slow coolant leak from coolant connections.
Showing 10 of 104 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 AUDI A8
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI A8
- 2009 AUDI A8 — 6 complaints
- 2010 AUDI A8 — 1 complaint
- 2011 AUDI A8 — 23 complaints
- 2012 AUDI A8 — 17 complaints
- 2013 AUDI A8 — 66 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A8 (current)
- 2015 AUDI A8 — 46 complaints
- 2016 AUDI A8 — 17 complaints
- 2017 AUDI A8 — 11 complaints
- 2018 AUDI A8 — 0 complaints
- 2019 AUDI A8 — 20 complaints