2016 AUDI A8 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
17
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
39
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 AUDI A8
The 2016 AUDI A8 has received a total of 17 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER, STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL. 39 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (5 complaints), Unknown Or Other (2 complaints), and Engine And Engine Cooling (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 AUDI A8
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2016 AUDI A8, potentially affecting up to 122,923 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 19V035000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
| 74,881 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
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 →Owner Complaints for the 2016 AUDI A8
17 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 AUDI A8. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Gasoline | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Warning | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
Part #: 4h0907217fx which is a windshield camera has stopped working and Audi has no solution to repair it. I have been without Cruise control, ABS error codes for 2 years. Please help.
Part #: 4h0907217fx which is a windshield camera has stopped working and Audi has no solution to repair it. I have been without Cruise control, ABS error codes for 2 years. Please help.
Part #: 4h0907217fx which is a windshield camera has stopped working and Audi has no solution to repair it. I have been without Cruise control, ABS error codes for 2 years. Please help.
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.
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.
Safety Rating for the 2016 AUDI A8
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 AUDI A8 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 AUDI A8
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 39 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 AUDI A8. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A2124402044640_13 — ENGINE
This bulletin provides information when the engine is difficult to start; turbocharger is damaged - 4.0L V8.
A4822262063546_2 — STEERING
This bulletin states how to check for a dynamic steering actuator problem. Solution is under development.
A4222482038689_6 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps.
A2120362044640_9 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
A9120152035912_4 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HUD:CAMERA/SENSOR
This bulletin provides troubleshooting for an incorrectly coded Top View/Corner View Camera System.
21AUTIRECHAINS — EQUIPMENT
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
A201807 2052368- — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions for repairing when the fuel gauge does not show full.
A201806 2052368- — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions for repairing when the fuel gauge does not show full.
Bulletin Update — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
ECM Software Update (FED_EMS)_REVISED
A401883 2048266- — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
This bulletin contains repair instructions for a rumbling/creaking noises from the front of the vehicle.
Showing 10 of 39 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 AUDI A8
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI A8
- 2011 AUDI A8 — 23 complaints
- 2012 AUDI A8 — 17 complaints
- 2013 AUDI A8 — 66 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A8 — 27 complaints
- 2015 AUDI A8 — 46 complaints
- 2016 AUDI A8 (current)
- 2017 AUDI A8 — 11 complaints
- 2018 AUDI A8 — 0 complaints
- 2019 AUDI A8 — 20 complaints
- 2020 AUDI A8 — 5 complaints
- 2021 AUDI A8 — 6 complaints