2006 Audi A8
Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 6 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 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 6 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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While accelerating to get on the parkway my car locked at 7000 RPM's and continued to accelerate with my foot off the accelerator.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-20
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
Car suddenly accelerated without warning and propelled us across am intersection into traffic. This is 2ND time this has happened, the first time it happened was on a freeway devoid of other traffic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-05
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Audi A8 l. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the contact approached another vehicle and attempted to apply the brakes, but the vehicle would not stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-07
Electrical system
2 of 6 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The headlight warning light came on. The headlight on left had gone out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-02-11
Also filed under Exterior lighting
My vehicle encountered electrical damage due to water in footwells of the car. This obviously is a common problem I was not aware of before purchasing the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-16
Structure
2 of 6 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing door and body.
Latches/locks/linkages
1 of 6 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-11-30Air bags05V522000 On certain passenger vehicles, a wiring harness condition exists that may deactivate the passenger side frontal air bag even under circumstances when it should remain activated.
Remedy: Dealers will modify the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2005. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
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2006-12-05Air bags06V454000 On certain vehicles where a weak battery exists, it is possible that a low voltage condition could cause the air bag control unit to improperly set a fault code. If this occurs, the passenger side…
Remedy: Dealers will update the air bag control module software. The recall began on December 5, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Audi A8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V522000 · Air bags
- Recall 06V454000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 Audi A8?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 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.