- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- The risk
- Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Audi S8 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2015 Audi S8 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in March 2022 for the turbo / supercharger.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical S8 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2015 Audi S8 recalls 4
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. (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.
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
- The risk
- Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
- The fix
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.
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Audi S8: every year compared
All S8 years2015 Audi S8 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Audi S8 | 0 | 4 | C | |
| 2015 Audi A3 | 180 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Audi Q5 | 100 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Audi Q5 Hev | 88 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2015 Audi Q7 | 46 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Audi A4 | 44 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2015 Audi A8 | 32 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Audi A8L | 30 | 0 | D | Compare |
| 2015 Audi Allroad | 29 | 1 | F | 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 2015 Audi S8
Does the 2015 Audi S8 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Audi S8: turbo / supercharger (March 2022); hood (July 2020); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (January 2019); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (June 2018). 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 2015 Audi S8 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2015 Audi S8 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 50 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Audi S8 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 S8 years have the most complaints?
2003 (3), 2007 (3). See every Audi S8 year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 Audi S8 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