Affected years, leading issues, and a free VIN check for the AUDI A8.
27 model years with recalls (2000–2026)Most severe issue:CriticalData refreshed September 2026
The AUDI A8 has 26 known NHTSA safety recalls across 27 model years (2000–2026), most commonly involving Air Bags.
Data last refreshed September 2026.
Not Every A8 Is Affected — Check Your VIN
This page tracks recalls reported for the AUDI A8 across every model year we cover. Model and year alone can't confirm whether your specific car is included — only your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is authoritative.
The turbocharger in your Audi is a high-speed fan that helps your engine breathe. It needs a special oil supply strainer to keep it running smoothly, but in some 2013-2017 models, this strainer can get clogged.
The engine control module in your Audi is like the brain of the engine, controlling how it runs. In some 2019-2021 A8 and 2020-2021 S8 models, a small pin is missing that's meant to keep water out of the module.
The fuel supply line in your Audi A8 or S8 is a crucial tube that carries high-pressure fuel from the pump to the engine. Over time, this tube can develop tiny holes, allowing fuel to escape.
The fuel rail in your Q7, A6, A7, or A8 is like a long pipe that delivers fuel to your engine. In certain 2015-2018 models, the left and right fuel rails might develop tiny cracks that let fuel escape.
The AUDI A8 has 26 known NHTSA safety recalls across 27 model years (2000–2026), most commonly involving air bags. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
Which AUDI A8 model years have open recalls?
Recall history is tracked separately for each AUDI A8 model year. Select a model year above to see exactly which recalls apply to that year.
Is the AUDI A8 safe to drive?
Model-level recall counts describe the AUDI A8 as a whole, not any individual vehicle. Only your VIN can confirm whether a specific car is included in an open recall — use the free VIN check on this page for an authoritative answer.
