2008 AUDI S5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
25
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2008 AUDI S5
The 2008 AUDI S5 has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 25 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (1 complaint), Power Train (1 complaint), and Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2008 AUDI S5
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 AUDI S5. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2008 AUDI S5
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 AUDI S5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEEDS THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION SYNCOS WEAR OUT PREMATURELY CAUSING GRINDING INTO GEARS AND FAILURE TO ENGAGE GEARS WICH CAN CAUSE STALLS OR SUDDEN LOSS OF SPEED. IV BEEN TOLD ITS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM AMONG THESE VEHICLES.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V376000 (AIR BAGS). THE FAILURE WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK THE FOLLOWING DAY TO THE DEALER (AUDI OMAHA, 808 N 102ND ST, SUITE B, OMAHA, NE 68114, 402-393-7000) AND THE TECHNICIAN DENIED ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE FAILURE EXISTED PRIOR TO THE RECALL REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND REFERRED THE CONTACT BACK TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 129,000.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SIDE AIR BAG WAS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THEY ADVISED HIM THAT THE SUNROOF SHOULD HAVE DRAINED THE EXCESS WATER BUT IT WAS ENTERING THROUGH THE AIR BAG INSTEAD. THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE SUNROOF CONNECTION WOULD NEED REPAIRING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE APPROXIMATELY 32,000.
Safety Rating for the 2008 AUDI S5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2008 AUDI S5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2008 AUDI S5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 25 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2008 AUDI S5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A9122192067783_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information about obtaining a radio code using ODIS.
A1920082042328_5 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the tolerances of the opening spring in the thermostat are not enough.
Circular - Emiss — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Over time and mileage and under certain conditions, the factory-installed catalysts may not perform as required by Federal regulations. If the effectiveness of a catalyst is reduced, this may result in an increase in tailpipe emissions and the vehicle could fail to pass an emissions inspection.
A4615172027636-1 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-11 dated June 29, 2015. Customer may complain about brake squeak or squeal with light to moderate pedal pressure from front brakes.
ESA-24-AY — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. RANDOM CYLINDER MISFIRES, ON SOME VEHICLES, DURING WARM UP OR COLD START, CAN CAUSE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) TO COME ON, AND IF MIL IS AN ISSUE, VEHICLE CAN FAIL EMISSIONS INSPECTION. MODEL 2008 S5. *PE
Campaign Circula — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
For certain 2008 model year Audi S5 vehicles, the 24AY Emissions Service Action replaces the 24AM Emissions Service Action. The 24AY action must be completed on all vehicles regardless if 24AM was completed or not. Some vehicles may experience random cylinder misfires during cold start or warm up which could...
24AY — ENGINE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
24AY — BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
ECM software
24AY — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Edition96-1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
i-wire new wiring diagram application
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2008 AUDI S5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI S5
- 2008 AUDI S5 (current)
- 2009 AUDI S5 — 0 complaints
- 2010 AUDI S5 — 26 complaints
- 2011 AUDI S5 — 9 complaints
- 2012 AUDI S5 — 10 complaints
- 2013 AUDI S5 — 18 complaints