2006 Audi A8 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 17%of 6 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the body and structure of the 2006 Audi A8, 17% of the 6 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 2006 Audi A8. The contact stated that the front driver side door closing mechanism failed and caused the door to inadvertently attempt to close while the driver was exiting the vehicle. The contact also indicated that the mechanism would fail while attempting to open the door, which prevented the door from opening. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the door closure module and door latch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired and the failure was remedied. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10928573, filed 2016-11, 13,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10198567Jun 25, 2021This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
- 10250665Jul 2, 2014Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
- 10121945Oct 2, 2013Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
- 10250658Sep 23, 2013Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
- 10068105Sep 9, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | 20% |
| 2016 | 1 | 9% |
| 2015 | 1 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 4% |
| 2011 | 1 | 7% |
| 2008 | 1 | 13% |
| 2006 | 1 | 17% |
| 2005 | 1 | 17% |
| 1999 | 2 | 22% |
| 1997 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2006 Audi A8
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsFuel system
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Audi A8
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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