2000 Audi A8
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2000
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 0 |
| 1996 | 1 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 1 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 50 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2020 | 3 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
2 of 3 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap.
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I'm having the same problem covered under recall 01V259000 for year 2000 Audi A8S, but I'm told my car is "Outside the build date" Covered.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-10-21
Tires
1 of 3 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing bead.
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On 2 separate occasions, the front passenger side and the rear driver side tire went flat. This was caused by a beading problem being to close to the rims which didn't allow the tire to whole air.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-03-29
Seats
1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2000 Audi A8. The contact stated that the passenger side seat heater caught fire while he was in the vehicle. He turned off the heat switch and the fire extinguished.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-11-14
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2002-03-21Fuel system, gasoline01V259000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a fuel and vapor leak detection system. A "Blind cover" At the filler neck of the fuel tank may not seal properly allowing fuel vapor to escape.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel filler neck/expansion tank assembly. Owner notification began March 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date…
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2008-09-12Power train08V397000 Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of…
Remedy: Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on September 12, 2008. Owners may…
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Audi A8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 01V259000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 08V397000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Audi A8 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Audi A8?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Audi A8 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.