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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2014 Audi A8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
5
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
18
Latest campaign
Mar 23, 2022

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Fuel system, gasoline2Jan 28, 2019
Engine and engine cooling1Mar 23, 2022
Structure1Jul 7, 2020
Visibility1Sep 23, 2013

Safety recalls5

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0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Mar 23, 2022Latest campaign
Mar 23, 202222V178000

Engine and engine cooling: engine gasoline

Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V178000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Risk
Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V178000 · Mar 23, 2022
Jul 7, 202020V397000

Structure: body hood

If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V397000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Risk
If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V397000 · Jul 7, 2020
Jan 28, 201919V057000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V057000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Risk
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V057000 · Jan 28, 2019
Jun 25, 201818V430000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V430000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.
Campaign
NHTSA 18V430000 · Jun 25, 2018
Sep 23, 201313V448000

Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly

Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers.

DetailsHide details for campaign 13V448000
What's wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
Risk
Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.
Campaign
NHTSA 13V448000 · Sep 23, 2013
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 component18

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
18Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine1267000
Fuel/propulsion system317000
Forward collision avoidance211000
Steering211000
Visibility/wiper211000
Lane departure16000
Unknown or other16000
Power train16000
Service brakes16000
Electrical system16000

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

    “Car went dead on the hwy without any warning. Dealer has the vehicle for a month now and says there is metal shavings in fuel and need more than 15000/- in repairs to replace fuel pump, 6 fuel injectors fuel line and…”

    Filed 07/28/2025 · ODI 11676666
  • Forward collision avoidance

    “The dealer has been unable to provide repairs for the broken front camera for over three months, which has rendered many of the car's safety features inoperable.”

    Filed 07/25/2025 · ODI 11676075
  • Engine

    “I was driving along on the highway, at normal speeds. When my engine started surging, causing me to speed up and slow down rapidly. Putting the safety of others behind and in front of me in danger.”

    Filed 10/05/2024 · ODI 11618250

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2014 Audi A8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Audi A8 have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Audi A8. The most recent, 22V178000 (reported March 23, 2022), concerns engine and engine cooling. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2014 Audi A8 recalls for?

The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 2 campaigns. Others: engine and engine cooling (1), structure (1), visibility (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Audi A8?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 12 complaints out of 18 filed with NHTSA (67%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 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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