I had two 2003 audi a-6 quattros. Both needed catalytic converters and torque converters..One cat was replaced under warranty but neither torques were under warranty..I think you should check into vw problems with cat conv and torque converters. *Tr
Transmission & drivetrain
Audi S8 Transmission problems by year
1 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Audi S8's transmission & drivetrain. Harsh or delayed shifting, slipping, CVT shudder, rollaway, axles, driveshafts and transfer cases.
Transmission complaints by model year
| Year | Transmission complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Latest S8 transmission complaints
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data