2007 Audi A8
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 4 total reports mentions: visibility, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly.
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The contact owns a 2007 Audi A8. The contact stated that the sunroof glass was loosened. The contact was concerned that the sunroof glass had detached from the sunroof frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-03-01
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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With wife driving and four young children in car, gas pedal became stuck in full acceleration. Pedal had to be pulled up by hand while mashing brakes in order to avoid crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-09
Air bags
1 of 4 total reports mentions: air bags, most commonly citing frontal.
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My vehicle a 2007 Audi A8 has an airbag light on and passenger airbag as well,there are 2 recalls for my year vehicle, but dealer says my VIN does not fall under recall, but it is the exact problem listed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-21
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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.
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2016-08-08Visibility16V415000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frame.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install additional adhesive between the sunroof glass and frame, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in August 4, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Audi A8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V454000 · Air bags
- Recall 16V415000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2007 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 2007 Audi A8?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 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.