2016 Audi A8 Recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2016 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.

• 22V178000Mar 23, 202226,093 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger
  Covers: Audi A8 2013–2017, S6 2013–2017, S7 2013–2017 +2 more

  Reported issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

  Possible consequence: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

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• 20V397000Jul 7, 202012,964 vehicles potentially affected
  Structure › Body › Hood
  Covers: Audi A8 2013–2018, S8 2013–2018

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

  Remedy: 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.

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• 19V057000Jan 28, 20198,985 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Audi A8 2013–2016, S8 2013–2016

  Reported issue: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.

  Possible consequence: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.

  Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

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• 19V035000Jan 16, 201974,881 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
  Covers: Audi A8 2015–2018, A6 2016–2018, Q7 2016–2018 +1 more

  Reported issue: 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.

  Possible consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.

  Remedy: 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.

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NHTSA investigations

• EA22001Engine Stall - Turbo FailureClosed · Apr 4, 2022
• PE21009Engine Stall - Turbo FailureClosed · Mar 29, 2021

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