Audi R8 Problems by Year

We compared every Audi R8 model year from 2008–2009 using 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 0 recalls and federal defect investigations. No R8 year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

2model years
11complaints
0recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

2008200956
Owner complaints per model year, Audi R8. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
20096——SuspensionFew
20085——SuspensionFew

* Complaints compared with the median R8 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Audi R8 problems

  • Suspensionworst: 2008
    655%
  • Body & structureworst: 2009
    327%
  • Engine & coolingworst: 2009
    19%
  • Other / not specified
    19%

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Audi R8 should you avoid?

None of the Audi R8 years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Audi R8 problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the suspension (6), body & structure (3) and engine & cooling (1). Suspension complaints peak in the 2008 model year.

How many recalls has the Audi R8 had?

0 recalls across 2008–2009.

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.