2019 Audi A8 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2019 Audi A8 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (8 reports).

3Recalls
14Owner complaints
1Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2019 Audi A8 recalls

Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 25V900Dec 19, 2025356,894 vehicles affected

A software error can prevent the rearview camera image from showing on the display as intended.

Engine May Stall Due to Moisture in Control Module

Recall 21V111Feb 24, 2021238 vehicles affected

A sealing pin may be missing from the engine control module connector.

Passenger seat track may fail, raising crash injury risk

Recall 19V415Jun 5, 201966 vehicles affected

Certain 2019 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats have a front passenger seat track rivet that may fail.

Most common 2019 Audi A8 problems

Problem areas named in the 14 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System8
Engine4
Unknown Or Other4
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train1
Steering1
Lane Departure1
Visibility/Wiper1

What owners report

2026-05-27, Visibility/Wiper
COMPLAINT: Authorized dealer non-compliance with NHTSA Compliance Recall 25V900 (Rearview Camera Software, FMVSS No. 111). Vehicle is a 2019 Audi A8 subject to Recall 25V900, issued by the manufacturer in January 2026. The recall work was scheduled with an authorized Audi dealer in Southern California by telephone. The dealership representative confirmed an appointment for April 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM and represented that the service would take approximately two hours. The appointment was then confirmed in writing three separate times by SMS from the dealership: twice from its scheduling line on April 15 and April 16, 2026, and once on April 16 at 12:38 PM by a Business Development Manager fr
2025-10-16, Engine
Complete Engine Failure - Audible Engine Knock Noise. Bank 2 Knock Sensor Faults stored & recorded at Audi of Hoffman Estates. Worked with Audi Of Amercia where they denied any wrongdoing or know issues. Bore socped engine at an independent shop & confirmed the cyclinder 6 bore was scored due to picton failure. Paid for a USED engine replacement & install out of my pocket on 8/5/2025 $4,655.57 Install Charge $6,760.49 Used Engine Cost On 9/8/2025 I recieved a letter in the mail from Auid Of America Outling a Piston Skirt Limited Warranty Extension. I reached out to Audi of Amercia the following day, outlined my experiece and was unaware how at no time during my phone calls & emails wi
2024-06-21, Electrical System
My grandson and I got in the car after being in a Lego store for 20 minutes. We tried to start the car to leave but the car started the electronic starting procedure but stoped. All kinds of malfunction and failure lights came on and EVERYTHING LOCKED UP. WE WERE TRAPPED IN THE CAR AND COULD NOT ESCAPE
2023-09-30, Electrical System
Electrical system malfunction. Faulty generator shut dow. All electrical systems and eventually shut the car down.
2023-04-24, Electrical System
Electrical Malfunction light came on and it says to pull over and cut your car off and also contact your dealer. This is very scary because you may be in am area that is very isolated or dangerous to stop. This is very disturbing. This is a known problem by Audi. The vehicle is currently at the Audi dealership. There were no warnings prior to this.

2019 Audi A8 questions

Does the 2019 Audi A8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Audi A8: Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk; Engine May Stall Due to Moisture in Control Module; Passenger seat track may fail, raising crash injury risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi A8?

Based on 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (8), Engine (4), Unknown Or Other (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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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