2008 Audi R8 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 80%of 5 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 52,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2008 Audi R8, 80% of the 5 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 52,000 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.
“I had shock failure recently while driving the car on the highway (very dangerous situation), luckily I was able to avoid a very serious accident. This matter was due to a known issue of Audi's leaking magnetic shocks that has been a concern for 2008-2010 models with a magnetic ride suspension as per master Audi service technicians. …”
NHTSA complaint #10853034, filed 2016-04, 59,500 miles“With just 20k miles and gentle driving, the magnetic ride shocks are now clunking and failing. There is no excuse for this on one of the highest performance vehicles made in the universe. Audi and vw need to be held accountable for this, and up to now they have done nothing- which is no surprise with the ethics that they are known for.”
NHTSA complaint #10818172, filed 2016-01Related service bulletins
- 10238162Jun 8, 2023This bulletin provides information for when there is chattering/skipping in the front axle during tight turns.
- 10191136Apr 21, 2021This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
- 10155660Jan 18, 2019This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- 10133301Feb 12, 2018This informational bulletin contains repair instructions for when the control arm or wheel bearing housing is replaced, there are additional parts that must also be replaced.
- 10127860Jul 12, 2017This informational bulletin contains knowledge on why oil may appear on one or several of the shock absorbers.
- 10127824Jul 11, 2017This informational bulletin explains why there is a chattering or skipping sensation on tight turns.
- 10127750Jun 29, 2017This informational bulletin explains why there is a chattering or skipping sensation on tight turns.
- 10128340May 22, 2017This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- 10128010Oct 19, 2016This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- 10123658Dec 18, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 14-41 dated July 2, 2014. Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers. Oil may appear on a shock absorber As a result of a…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2 | 33% |
| 2008 | 4 | 80% |
Other parts of the 2008 Audi R8
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About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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