2016 Audi A8Service bulletins
2016 Audi A8 Technical Service Bulletins
872 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Audi A8. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.
- 10153120Nov 30, 2018Engine. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
- 10153123Nov 28, 2018Engine. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
- 10153118Nov 21, 2018Electrical system. This bulletin contains information about the Start/Stop system.
- 10153166Nov 12, 2018Equipment. Email TDI Repair and IN-FORM Tool Enhancement
- 10149137Sep 28, 2018Engine cooling, Engine. 3.0L TDI Emissions Recalls 23R8 Part supersession
- 10149112Sep 26, 2018Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for repairing when the fuel gauge does not show full.
- 10149153Sep 21, 2018Equipment. Part number listed is to be returned if it meet the criteria provided in the document.
- 10149111Sep 12, 2018Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for repairing when the fuel gauge does not show full.
- 10149108Sep 7, 2018Engine cooling. This bulletin provides repair information for when DTC P209600 and DTC P209800 appear and the reference duct is contaminated.
- 10150761Aug 13, 2018Equipment, Engine. 4.0T Camshaft diagnosis
- 10150763Aug 10, 2018Electrical system. ECM Software Update (FED_EMS)_REVISED
- 10150661Aug 9, 2018Suspension. This bulletin contains repair instructions for a rumbling/creaking noises from the front of the vehicle.
- 10145648Jul 30, 2018Equipment, Suspension. This bulletin contains repair instructions for a rumbling/creaking noises from the front of the vehicle.
- 10145641Jul 12, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains software update ifnormation for when the instrument cluster display shows ?Please reduce oil level.?
- 10145669Jul 6, 2018Fuel system, Engine cooling. This communication provides instructions for documenting the fuel refill in the INFORM tool.
- 10144669Jun 27, 2018Equipment. Email-Audi TDI-Customer Modificaion Amenities
- 10144678Jun 21, 2018Equipment. The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided.
- 10144665Jun 20, 2018Equipment. This communication serves as a reminder that dealers are to check for pre-existing conditions for all Generations of 2.0L TDI and 3.0L TDI resale, buyback, TDI Direct, and VCI auction vehicles prior to proceeding with the AEM Emissions Recall. Only create an Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC) ticket if required by applicable recall.
- 10144648Jun 20, 2018Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the Audi connect Gen 2 system is not functioning and there is a "Please wait.." message.
- 10144659Jun 18, 2018Engine cooling. This bulletin explains the extended emissions warranty for TDI vehicles modified under Campaign 23V4. The parts list was updated to include service numbers.
- 10144647Jun 12, 2018Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the Sirius presets are missing with no DTCs.
- 10144650Jun 11, 2018Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the Sirius presets are missing with no DTCs.
- 10144974May 24, 2018Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update to address occasional stalling or running erratically without a DTC. Occasional "System too rich" entries.
- 10144588May 24, 2018Engine, Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update to address occasional stalling or running erratically without a DTC. Occasional "System too rich" entries.
- 10144980May 14, 2018Engine cooling. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
- 10144979May 14, 2018Engine cooling. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
- 10144594May 14, 2018Equipment, Engine. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
- 10144593May 14, 2018Engine, Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
- 10145005May 11, 2018Equipment. Dealer Communication: 3.0L TDI Trade-In Issue Resolution
- 10144619May 11, 2018Equipment. Dealer Communication: 3.0L TDI Trade-In Issue Resolution
- 10145002May 9, 2018Equipment. 3.0 TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Removed California DMV Tie-in Requirements
- 10144616May 9, 2018Engine cooling. 3.0 TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Removed California DMV Tie-in Requirements
- 10144969May 4, 2018Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update to correct a MIL on with DTC P033300, P132200, P132400, and/or P032800.
- 10144583May 4, 2018Electrical system, Engine. This bulletin contains a software update to correct a MIL on with DTC P033300, P132200, P132400, and/or P032800.
- 10144977May 2, 2018Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for submitting a PSS for an incorrect fuel gauge reading.
- 10144591May 2, 2018Fuel system, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for submitting a PSS for an incorrect fuel gauge reading.
- 10145006May 1, 2018Engine cooling. Important Information Regarding Approved Emissions Modification (TDI) Recall Campaigns & the California Air Resources Board / Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Vehicle Registration Requirement
- 10144620May 1, 2018Engine cooling. Important Information Regarding Approved Emissions Modification (TDI) Recall Campaigns & the California Air Resources Board / Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Vehicle Registration Requirement
- 10138314Mar 28, 2018Engine cooling. This bulletin provides repair instructions on diagnosing and replacing a leak in the crankcase breather module.
- 10138353Mar 21, 2018Equipment. TDI Virtual Closing Resources
- 10138322Mar 16, 2018Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with pananormic sunroof.
- 10138349Mar 5, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. 2.0L TDI and 3.0L TDI Extended Emissions Warranty On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Coverage Questions
- 10138342Mar 5, 2018Engine cooling. 4.0T Locating cause for coolant loss, known causes, corrections and TSB review
- 10138344Mar 1, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. This communication asks dealers to contact Audi Warranty if they have any questions about the extended warranty coverage for 2.0L and 3.0L TDI vehicles.
- 10138305Mar 1, 2018Engine, Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions regarding an SVM update needed when a DTC is stored in the engine control module.
- 10133288Feb 14, 2018Equipment. This bulletin contains a software update to address occasional stalling or running erratically without a DTC. Occasional "System too rich" entries.
- 10133333Feb 8, 2018Engine cooling. This email clarifies which part numbers dealers can use for refilling AdBlue.
- 10133327Feb 8, 2018Engine cooling. 3.0 TDI vehicles were equipped with undisclosed Auxiliary Emission Control Devices which are not permitted by emissions regulations. Revised legal approved copy.
- 10133335Feb 7, 2018Engine cooling. E-mail - TDI Virtual Closing Training Reminder
- 10133332Feb 6, 2018Equipment. Email-2.0L & 3.0L TDI AEM ECR Replacement Labels
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.