- The 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.
- The risk
- If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
- The 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.
Vehicle safety record
2018 Audi A8 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2018 Audi A8 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in July 2020 for the hood.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical A8 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2018 Audi A8 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The 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.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
- The 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.
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No complaints about the 2018 Audi A8 yet
No owner has filed a complaint about this vehicle with NHTSA. If yours has a problem, share it here and report it to NHTSA.
Audi A8: every year compared
All A8 years2018 Audi A8 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Audi A8 | 0 | 2 | A | |
| 2018 Audi A3 | 44 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A4 | 43 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron | 12 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A5 | 9 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A4 Allroad | 9 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2018 Audi A6 | 2 | 2 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2018 Audi A8
Does the 2018 Audi A8 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Audi A8: hood (July 2020); fuel rail (January 2019). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2018 Audi A8 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2018 Audi A8 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 77 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Audi A8 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi A8 years have the most complaints?
2013 (50), 2015 (32), 2014 (18). See every Audi A8 year compared.
What should I do if my 2018 Audi A8 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data