Frame crack and structural damage. No accidents. Normal driving conditions. Frame should never crack under normal driving conditions without an accident. This is a known issue and audi failed to address it. I'm an attorney. I will be filing a lawsuit.
Vehicle safety record
2008 Audi R8 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2008 Audi R8 with NHTSA, most often about the suspension (4) and the body, doors & structure (1). There are no recalls for it.
NHTSA data checked
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2008 Audi R8 problems
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No recalls for the 2008 Audi R8
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Audi R8. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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5 complaints about the 2008 Audi R8
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I had shock failure recently while driving the car on the highway (very dangerous situation), luckily I was able to avoid a very serious accident. This matter was due to a known issue of audi's leaking magnetic shocks that has been a concern for 2008-2010 models with a "magnetic ride suspension" as per master audi service technicians. Please see other complaints for the same issue: 2008 audi r8 = http://goo.Gl/a1oiun 2009 audi r8 = http://goo.Gl/3p75ji action csc-10036971-4658 = http://goo.Gl/y5hlcg action...
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csc-10036488-9645 = http://goo.Gl/14vaw3 the magnetic ride shocks will prematurely leak oil which leads to suspension failure. Part of the function is to stiffen the suspension if switched into sport mode but the lack of oil fluid will prevent it to function properly. A similar issue occurred with audi rs4 and rs4 leaking shocks. I discovered this issue when I read about the common issue on nhtsa. Many more owners will not know of this common issue. Drivers do not expect premature suspension failure and it is a safety & hazard issue. Unknowing owners would expect the shocks to not fail and can safely go over bumps or pot holes without possibly losing control of the car. Moreover, failed shocks could cause structural damage to the car since it is absorbing all the vibrations. Cross reference: nhtsa id number: 10036971, 10036488
With just 20k miles and gentle driving, the magnetic ride shocks are now clunking and failing. There is no excuse for this on one of the highest performance vehicles made in the universe. Audi and vw need to be held accountable for this, and up to now they have done nothing- which is no surprise with the ethics that they are known for.
My rear shocks have failed in such a way as to make handling unpredictable and unsafe to drive. This is the 2nd such time they have failed in the same manner in under 45,000 miles. The fronts are also leaking but haven't completely failed as of yet. As of this failure I have replaced them with aftermarket units to prevent further damage.
Magnetic ride shock leaking prematurely. Loss in handling characteristics of the behicle
Audi R8: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 0 | - |
2008 Audi R8 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Audi R8 | 5 | 0 | - | |
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Questions about the 2008 Audi R8
Does the 2008 Audi R8 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Audi R8 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Audi R8?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the suspension (4), body, doors & structure (1).
How many complaints has the 2008 Audi R8 had?
5 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on January 5, 2016 and the latest on August 6, 2019. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
What should I do if my 2008 Audi R8 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