Recall Radar

2018 Audi A8 recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi A8. The most recent was reported on July 7, 2020.

Check your own car by VIN. A recall applies only to certain vehicles, built in certain periods. NHTSA’s recall lookup checks your 17-character VIN against open recalls and is free.

Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
July 7, 202020V-397Structure: body, hood12,964
January 16, 201919V-035Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail74,881

Recall details

Structure: body, hood

July 7, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 20V-397

What is wrong: 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.

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.

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail

January 16, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-035

What is wrong: 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.

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.

Other model years of the Audi A8

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Audi A8 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi A8, the most recent reported on July 7, 2020. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2018 Audi A8?

Structure (1), Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.