2004 Audi A8 Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2004 Audi A8. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Air bags › FrontalCovers: Audi A8 2004–2005
Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, during production of the driver's frontal air bag, the air bag may not unfold properly in the event of a crash and therefore may not inflate as designed.
Possible consequence: Loss of frontal air bag deployment could occur which can increase the risk of injury in a frontal crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new driver's frontal air bag free of charge. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
← All problems reported for the 2004 Audi A8
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.