2014 Audi A8 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 11%of 18 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 48,050miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 2014 Audi A8, 11% of the 18 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 48,050 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Sunglasses holder will not stay closed and falls down blocking my rearview mirror. Tried several times to close it and it will not close. I cannot see clearly out of my rearview mirror which is hazardous to my driving when trying to switch lanes and/or tell how close someone is to my bumper to prevent my car from being rear ended. I'm worried that an accident may happen due to this issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11276994, filed 2019-10, 61,100 miles“Issue with the windshield leaking profusely. This LED to moisture issues inside the car when driving in the rain, which could present a serious visibility hazard. There are also numerous electrical components (major vehicle control and diagnostic modules) located in the tracking path of the water which could cause serious issues to the drivability and safety of the vehicle if in motion. Upon replacement of the windshield it was discovered that there was a complete section of the windshield sealant missing along the top edge of the windshield, near the rear view mirror on the passenger side. …”
NHTSA complaint #11233213, filed 2019-07, 35,000 milesRelated recalls
- 13V448000Sep 23, 2013Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof…Covers: Audi A8 2013–2014, S8 2013–2014
Related service bulletins
- 11036915Aug 11, 2026This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11023734Sep 10, 2025This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11016505Mar 4, 2025This bulletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressr replaements regardless of the concern.
- 11005911Jul 11, 2024This bulletin provides informatin for the GFF test plan that is requied for AC compressor replacements.
- 10250232Feb 6, 2024This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
- 10240152Jul 19, 2023This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
- 10239686Jul 19, 2023This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
- 10240212Jul 17, 2023This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
- 10237017May 22, 2023This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer level warning is on but the reservoir is full.
- 10233603Mar 31, 2023This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2014 Audi A8
12 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsForward collision avoidance
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 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.
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