2008 Audi A8
Only 8 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 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 8 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 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
3 of 8 total reports mention: air bags.
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The 2008 Audi A8L was involved in a rolling rear-end collision while starting to move at a stop sign. Velocity was less than 5 MPH. Minor collision with no deployment of airbags and no damage to the car ahead.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-25
Also filed under Structure
Takata recall - I just received work online through credit karma that my car has a recall on it dating back towards 2016. I financed this car in 2015. The car has been fine, for the most part aside from small electrical issues..
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-04
Vehicle speed control
2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl. Hi, this morning I was involved in an accident when my 2008 Audi A8L suddenly accelerated out of control as I was entering a parking garage. Thankfully it appears no one was injured. I am extremely disturbed by this incident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-29
Power train
2 of 8 total reports mention: power train.
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I own a 2008 Audi A8 with about 48200 miles. It is great vehicle but having problems with transmission during driving. Under load it will go in fail safe mode around 4,5,6 gears.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-31
Structure
1 of 8 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Service brakes
1 of 8 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Audi A8. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and the brake pedal failed to respond when depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-09
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2008 Audi A8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V415000 · Visibility
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Audi A8?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Audi A8 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.