Every 2013 Audi A8 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 22V178000
Mar 23, 2022Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 22V178000 →Structure · NHTSA 20V397000
Jul 7, 2020Structure:Body:Hood
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 20V397000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 19V057000
Jan 28, 2019Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 19V057000 →Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 18V430000
Jun 25, 2018Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 18V430000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 16V619000
Aug 24, 2016Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
- Risk
- A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Full recall details for 16V619000 →Visibility · NHTSA 13V448000
Sep 23, 2013Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
- Problem
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 13V448000 →
2013 Audi A8 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 49 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi A8. Audi has issued at least 1,506 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine36
- Fuel/Propulsion System5
- Unknown Or Other5
- Service Brakes4
- Power Train3
- Suspension3
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (388)
- Equipment (388)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (239)
- Power Train (143)
- Engine (106)
- Unknown Or Other (72)
Read Audi A8 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2013 Audi A8
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 2 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
EA22001Opened Apr 4, 2022Closed May 26, 2023
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure
PE21009Opened Mar 29, 2021Closed May 27, 2022
What people reported
Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi A8. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Engine totaled because of oil starvation I'm guessing or maybe an oil pump failure oil starvation caused Pistons to rub inside of head cost of engine and work is more than the vehicles cost so that means car is totaled”
2013 AUDI A8Apr 19, 2026 · MD
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11732258
“The pcv oil separator has failed and is making a whistling sound. From researching this issue it is widely known and an investigation shows it is caused in relation to a recall for the oil strainer that was done on this vehicle.”
2013 AUDI A8Oct 11, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11692779
“Driving up an inclined road at night. Car engine started to sputter and jerk and lost power. Was able to get to the side of the road out of traffic at the top of the hill? I was able to coast down the hill to a gas station.”
2013 AUDI A8Jun 18, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11667840
“The contact owns a 2013 Audi A8. The contact stated that while her son was driving at highway speeds, the warning lights on the instrument panel flashed as the vehicle shut off. The contact's son managed to pull over despite the failure.”
2013 AUDI A8Nov 15, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11625496
“Brake pedal is hard when starting the vehicle. Brake pedal turns soft when engine is started. The brake pedal is so hard that it requires significant force to depress sufficiently to start the engine. This indicates loss of vacuum in brake booster when engine is off.”
2013 AUDI A8May 28, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11590954
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