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2008 Audi A8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
1
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
8
Latest campaign
Jun 9, 2016

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Visibility1Jun 9, 2016
16V415000

Safety recalls1

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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
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).

Owner complaints by component8

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
8Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Air bags338100
Power train225000
Vehicle speed control225100
Engine113000
Service brakes113000
Structure113100

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

  • Engine

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2008 audi a8. While the vehicle was in use, the check engine warning indicator illuminated.”

    Filed 12/09/2019 · ODI 11287905
  • Air bags

    “Takata recall - I just received work online through credit karma that my car has a recall on it dating back towards 2016. I financed this car in 2015.”

    Filed 06/04/2018 · ODI 11099573
  • Power train

    “I own a 2008 audi a8 with about 48200 miles. It is great vehicle but having problems with transmission during driving. Under load it will go in fail safe mode around 4,5,6 gears.”

    Filed 12/31/2017 · ODI 11057729

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2008 Audi A8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2008 Audi A8 have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2008 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 2008 Audi A8?

Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 8 filed with NHTSA (38%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 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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