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Representative model. Photo: Francesco Gasparetti from Senigallia, Italy, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0

Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2007 Audi A8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2007 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
4
Latest campaign
Jun 9, 2016

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Visibility1Jun 9, 2016
Air bags1Nov 30, 2006

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jun 9, 2016Latest campaign
Jun 9, 201616V415000

Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly

If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 16V415000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame. As a result, the sunroof glass may detach from the car while driving.
Risk
If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 60C3.
Campaign
NHTSA 16V415000 · Jun 9, 2016
Nov 30, 200606V454000

Air bags: frontal

IF THE CASE OF A FRONTAL CRASH, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.

DetailsHide details for campaign 06V454000
What's wrong
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WHERE A WEAK BATTERY EXISTS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT A LOW VOLTAGE CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT TO IMPROPERLY SET A FAULT CODE. IF THIS OCCURS, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG WILL BECOME DEACTIVATED. HOWEVER, BOTH THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AS WELL AS THE 'PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF' TELLTALE IN THE CENTER OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL ILLUMINATE AND PROVIDE VISUAL WARNING TO THE DRIVER.
Risk
IF THE CASE OF A FRONTAL CRASH, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG WOULD NOT DEPLOY WHICH COULD CAUSE INJURY TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Campaign
NHTSA 06V454000 · Nov 30, 2006
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component4

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
4Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Visibility125000
Unknown or other125000
Fuel/propulsion system125000
Air bags125000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Visibility

    “The contact owns a 2007 Audi A8. The contact stated that the sunroof glass was loosened. The contact was concerned that the sunroof glass had detached from the sunroof frame.”

    Filed 03/01/2023 · ODI 11509750
  • Unknown or other

    “The sunroof of my car exlpoded while driving on the freeway while on my commute to work yesterday morning. Nobody was hurt and luckily my sliding cover was covering the glass at the time.”

    Filed 09/08/2021 · ODI 11432122
  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “With wife driving and four young children in car, gas pedal became stuck in full acceleration. Pedal had to be pulled up by hand while mashing brakes in order to avoid crash.”

    Filed 01/09/2019 · ODI 11166112

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2007 Audi A8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Audi A8 have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2007 Audi A8. The most recent, 16V415000 (reported June 9, 2016), concerns visibility. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Audi A8?

Visibility is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 4 filed with NHTSA (25%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2007 Audi A8?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Audi dealer.

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