2018 AUDI A8 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
17
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 AUDI A8
The 2018 AUDI A8 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL. 17 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2018 AUDI A8
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2018 AUDI A8, potentially affecting up to 87,845 vehicles.
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 →Owner Complaints for the 2018 AUDI A8
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI A8.
Safety Rating for the 2018 AUDI A8
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 AUDI A8 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 AUDI A8
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 17 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 AUDI A8. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A9421442059217_2 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the hazard warning lights activate on their own and may not be able to be turned off.
A9121872062742_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains a software update for when "Safe CP" and Airbag Warning with various DTCs logged.
A9121872062742_1 — AIR BAGS
This bulletin contains a software update for when "Safe CP" and Airbag Warning with various DTCs logged.
A1020202059446_3 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin contains repair instructions for oil loss found in the engine compartment.
A9120152035912_4 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides troubleshooting for an incorrectly coded Top View/Corner View Camera System.
A9020652032113_4 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
SM 49-2020 — EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed if they meet the criteria.
18AUUSMaint0130 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Additional Maintenance Section: ADDED to Battery - Connected gateway 'for Audi Connected Services' (if applicable)
A2019212052368_4 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This bulletin contains instructions for repairing when the fuel gauge does not show full.
A9719652056234_1 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the fuel gauge does not read full after filling up or it reads as empty with various DTCs.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 AUDI A8
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI A8
- 2013 AUDI A8 — 66 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A8 — 27 complaints
- 2015 AUDI A8 — 46 complaints
- 2016 AUDI A8 — 17 complaints
- 2017 AUDI A8 — 11 complaints
- 2018 AUDI A8 (current)
- 2019 AUDI A8 — 20 complaints
- 2020 AUDI A8 — 5 complaints
- 2021 AUDI A8 — 6 complaints
- 2022 AUDI A8 — 0 complaints
- 2023 AUDI A8 — 0 complaints