Every 2016 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 19V035000
Jan 16, 2019Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System:Fuel Rail
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Full recall details for 19V035000 →
2016 Audi A8 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Audi A8. Audi has issued at least 872 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
- Engine5
- Lane Departure2
- Tires2
- Unknown Or Other2
- Engine and Engine Cooling1
- Forward Collision Avoidance1
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (250)
- Electrical System (196)
- Engine and Engine Cooling (116)
- Engine (66)
- Unknown Or Other (66)
- Steering (39)
Read Audi A8 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2016 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 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Audi A8. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
“Part #: 4h0907217fx which is a windshield camera has stopped working and Audi has no solution to repair it. I have been without Cruise control, ABS error codes for 2 years. Please help.”
2016 AUDI A8Oct 9, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11692367
“My car was schedule for the 21H7 recall. I received 2 letters this year to have the recall work done. Audi of Pittsburgh's only available date was 12/08/22. I took the car in and later that day I got a call stating the recall was done back in March of this year. I told them it was not.”
2016 AUDI A8Dec 12, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11497032
“The contact owns a 2016 Audi A8. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, after starting the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle was shaking until the engine warmed up. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.”
2016 AUDI A8Aug 23, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11480781
“Recall for turbo internals, but nothing done to remedy problem . Second issue in leaking suspension parts, which the dealership let problem continue, until warranty up.”
2016 AUDI A8May 3, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11463254
“Turbos failed which caused the car to shut down in heavy traffic on an interstate.”
2016 AUDI A8Mar 1, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11454753
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