2009 Audi R8 Problems
- Complaints
- 6filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 29,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 15 mpgcombined, 4.2L 8-cyl 4WD/AWD · 12 city / 19 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Audi R8 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2009 Audi R8. The part named most often is body and structure, with 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by suspension (2) and engine (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 29,000 miles. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 429 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 12 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Suspension complaints overlap with 25 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Body and structure2 33%
- Suspension2 33%
- Engine1 17%
- Other or unknown1 17%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “I was driving under normal conditions, hit a pot hole. Not a huge pothole but jarred the car. Again, under normal driving conditions. When the car was on the lift to replace the leaking suspension that plagues these cars I found the frame of the car had severe cracks in it. Structural cracks.”
NHTSA complaint #10949107, filed 2017-02, 43,000 milesSuspension: “The magnetic ride shocks will prematurely leak oil which leads to suspension failure. Part of the function is to stiffen the suspension if switched into sport mode but the lack of oil fluid will prevent it to function properly. A similar issue occurred with Audi rs4 and rs4 leaking shocks. Owners were offered by Audi replacement improved shock or reimburse them if they have already replaced them even if out of warranty. …”
NHTSA complaint #10818728, filed 2016-01, 12,500 milesEngine: “Check engine light illuminated indicating a failure on secondary air ports. Technician found that secondary air pump motor was fine as well as all vacuum lines. It was suspected after inspection of the intake manifold and top cylinder heads were at fault, due to excessive carbon build-up. No air circulating due to the decrease in air flow from the excessive carbon build-up. Updated 7/29/15”
NHTSA complaint #10726127, filed 2015-06, 18,000 milesOther or unknown: “The 2008 through 2010 models are prone to experiencing structural failure of the frame (I.e. Cracking) near the front strut tower. This problem appears to affect a large number of r8s manufactured during this period and presents a potential safety issue. Audi has tacitly acknowledged the issue being from a design flaw by reinforcing the frame in that area on 2011 and subsequent models. I am frankly surprised has not been action to force Audi to correct the problem on these models by the NHTSA already. Here is a link to a discussion of the problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10949093, filed 2017-02Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 18,000 and 36,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2009 Audi R8 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R8 4WD/AWD | 4.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed manual | 12 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 |
| R8 4WD/AWD | 4.2L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,500 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2009 Audi R8 in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 429 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11032137Apr 22, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11022664Aug 19, 2025Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11021447Jul 10, 2025Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11016532Mar 12, 2025Engine. This bulletin provides informatin when the engine does not run smoothly at idling speeds.
- 11012483Dec 6, 2024Electrical system. This bulletin provides information in circumstances where there are noises/vibration from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
- 11012476Dec 5, 2024Engine. This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system stored in the ECM P030000.
- 11011285Nov 26, 2024Electrical system. This TSB Provides information when parking assistance provides false warnings.
- 11011282Nov 22, 2024Body and structure. This bulletin provides information when speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference is noted.
- 11011240Nov 20, 2024Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11009941Oct 31, 2024Body and structure. This bulletin provides diagnostic information regarding the locking system.
Other model years of the Audi R8
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 | 29,000 | 0 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
| 2008 | 5 | 54,580 | 0 | — | 15 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Audi R8 have?
NHTSA recorded 6 consumer complaints for the 2009 Audi R8 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2009 Audi R8 is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 2 complaints (33% of the total), followed by suspension with 2.
Has the 2009 Audi R8 been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Audi R8 get?
The EPA rates the 2009 Audi R8 (R8, 4.2L 8-cyl) at 15 mpg combined, 12 city and 19 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $5,500 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Audi R8 reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 29,000 miles and the middle half falls between 18,000 and 36,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.