2018 AUDI R8 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
0
Recalls
14
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 AUDI R8
The 2018 AUDI R8 has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Air Bags (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2018 AUDI R8
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI R8. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2018 AUDI R8
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI R8. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Most Recent Complaints
The car was involved in a fatal crash where the side impact airbag (side of fatality) failed to deploy and the EDR failed to fully comply with Part 563 requirements. All other airbags and rollover system deployed but the EDR recorded only the deployment of the side impact airbag on the driver side. The EDR included 6 events and some of them have severity less than the threshold required by the regulation. There was a criminal investigation and trial as a result of the fatality and the state witnesses explained this failure due to the fact the airbag deployed so fast so the EDR could not record it. I believe the EDR failed to record the crash event correctly and also failed to deploy the side impact airbag on the passenger side, This is evident from the fact that there are 4 other airbags and a rollover protection system that were deployed and the EDR, contrary to Part 563, failed to record them.
Safety Rating for the 2018 AUDI R8
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 AUDI R8 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 AUDI R8
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 AUDI R8. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
Dealer 37P1 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Due to a software error, affected vehicles may experience elevated tailpipe emissions when driven in Sport Mode. Additionally, under certain conditions, affected vehicles may also store non-erasable, On-Board Diagnostic fault code(s) that cannot be cleared following specific repairs. If this happens, the vehicle may not pass a state emissions inspection.
AWA 23-11 — STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DASHBOARD
This Document informs dealers on the new leather dashboard warranty extension.
A6623032060333_4 — STRUCTURE:BODY
This bulletin provides information for when the black optic trim is discolored.
A7222452058268_2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains a software update and additional replacement instructions for damaged parts.
A462232203418121 — SERVICE BRAKES
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
A402235201714812 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
This informational bulletin explains why there may be a chattering or skipping sensation on tight turns.
A9120482060264_3 — EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains a software update that corrects an issue with the FPK going blank while using Apple Carplay or Android Auto.
A3420492052421_3 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
This bulletin contains instructions for checking transmission leaks at the rear of the vehicle.
A9120942045106_6 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly replace a coaxial connection if it is damaged.
A4020132059474_2 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
This bulletin contains instructions for correcting buffer stop noise (rumbling or squeaking from the front end).
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 AUDI R8
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI R8
- 2013 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2014 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2015 AUDI R8 — 1 complaint
- 2016 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2017 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2018 AUDI R8 (current)
- 2019 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2020 AUDI R8 — 1 complaint
- 2021 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2022 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints
- 2023 AUDI R8 — 0 complaints