2018 Audi A8 Problems & Complaints

Average71% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A8 at the same age

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file for the 2018 Audi A8 yet, but there are 2 recalls. 2 recalls cover this model year.

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Audi A8 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Audi A8. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best A8 years: 2018, 2022, 2009. Years to avoid: 2013, 2015, 2019, 2014, 2004. Compare all years →

2018 Audi A8 recalls (2)

Structure › Body › Hood

NHTSA recall 20V-397 · Jul 7, 2020 · 12,964 vehicles

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.

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.

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail

NHTSA recall 19V-035 · Jan 16, 2019 · 74,881 vehicles

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.

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.

2018 Audi A8 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl supercharged8-speed automaticAWD19 / 29 / 22
4.0L 8-cyl turbo8-speed automaticAWD16 / 26 / 19

EPA ratings. Class: Large car.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A8 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2018 Audi A8, the most recent from July 7, 2020 (hood). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Audi A8?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2018, 2022 and 2009. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2013, 2015, 2019, 2014 and 2004. See the full Audi A8 years comparison.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.