2016 Audi A8 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Audi A8 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (5 reports).

4Recalls
11Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2016 Audi A8 recalls

Blocked Turbo Oil Strainer Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 22V178Mar 23, 202226,093 vehicles affected

A blocked oil supply strainer in the turbocharger can cut off lubrication to the turbo bearings, causing them to wear.

Loose Engine Seal Can Touch Hot Parts, Raising Fire Risk

Recall 20V397Jul 7, 202012,964 vehicles affected

A seal around the engine compartment on certain Audi A8 and S8 vehicles may come loose over time.

Fuel line may leak and cause a fire risk

Recall 19V057Jan 28, 20198,985 vehicles affected

On certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles, the fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump can become porous over time and leak gasoline.

Fuel Rails May Leak, Creating a Fire Risk

Recall 19V035Jan 16, 201974,881 vehicles affected

Some Audi vehicles may have a left or right fuel rail that can leak gasoline.

Most common 2016 Audi A8 problems

Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine5
Tires2
Unknown Or Other2
Lane Departure2
Power Train1
Suspension1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Structure1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

What owners report

2025-10-09, Forward Collision Avoidance
Part #: 4h0907217fx which is a windshield camera has stopped working and Audi has no solution to repair it. I have been without Cruise control, ABS error codes for 2 years. Please help.
2022-12-12, Engine
My car was schedule for the 21H7 recall. I received 2 letters this year to have the recall work done. Audi of Pittsburgh's only available date was 12/08/22. I took the car in and later that day I got a call stating the recall was done back in March of this year. I told them it was not. Later I got a call saying it was done in April of 2019. I asked for the repair order and no one will provide it. To me it seems that Audi is looking for a reason not to perform the work.
2022-08-23, Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2016 Audi A8. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated. Additionally, after starting the vehicle in the morning, the vehicle was shaking until the engine warmed up. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V178000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), 20V397000 (Structure), and 19V057000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approxim
2022-05-03, Engine
Recall for turbo internals, but nothing done to remedy problem . Second issue in leaking suspension parts, which the dealership let problem continue, until warranty up.
2022-03-01, Unknown Or Other
Turbos failed which caused the car to shut down in heavy traffic on an interstate.

2016 Audi A8 questions

Does the 2016 Audi A8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2016 Audi A8: Blocked Turbo Oil Strainer Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk; Loose Engine Seal Can Touch Hot Parts, Raising Fire Risk; Fuel line may leak and cause a fire risk; Fuel Rails May Leak, Creating a Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi A8?

Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (5), Tires (2), Unknown Or Other (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Audi A8 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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