Recalls
6campaigns
2 engine · 2 fuel system · 1 structure
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
49filed
Owner reports, 2009–2019 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Fuel economy
21mpg combined
$3,110/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3 L 6-cyl· 8-speed automatic
5 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2013 Audi A8. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer
Engine and engine cooling · engine · gasoline · turbo/supercharger
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- Consequence
- Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
85.1% repairedof 26,093 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V178000
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Engine Compartment Seal May Detach
Structure · body · hood
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
- 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
89% repairedof 12,964 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V397000
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Fuel Supply Line May Become Porous and Leak Fuel
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
- Consequence
- Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
84.7% repairedof 8,985 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V057000
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Fuel Supply Line may Leak Fuel
Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Consequence
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.
88.8% repairedof 6,633 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V430000
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Coolant Leak may cause Engine Stall
Engine and engine cooling · engine
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
- Consequence
- A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant valve and inspect for coolant that has leaked through the electrical connector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 19, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
83.3% repairedof 9,067 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 16V619000
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Sunroof may Shatter
Visibility · sun/moon roof assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
- Consequence
- Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.
96% repairedof 1,120 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 13V448000
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Owner complaints (49)
49 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine is mentioned most often.
0involved a crash
0involved a fire
0injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 49 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 73.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 10.2% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 10.2% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 8.2% |
| Power train | 3 | 6.1% |
| Suspension | 3 | 6.1% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 4.1% |
| Steering | 2 | 4.1% |
| Structure | 2 | 4.1% |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4.1% |
How 2013 compares with other A8 years
Best and worst A8 years →20095
20101
201115
201211
201349
201418
201531
201611
20178
201914
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 | 1 |
| 2010 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 | 15 | 1 |
| 2012 | 11 | 1 |
| 2013 | 49 | 6 |
| 2014 | 18 | 5 |
| 2015 | 31 | 5 |
| 2016 | 11 | 4 |
| 2017 | 8 | 3 |
| 2019 | 14 | 3 |
This year (2013)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
21
mpg combined
18
city
28
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 418 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
$3,110per year
$259per month
714gallons a year
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | $3,900 | 418 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | $3,900 | 418 |
| 4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 28 / 21 | $3,900 | 424 |
| 4 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 26 / 19 | $4,350 | 460 |
| 6.3 L 12-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 15 | $5,500 | 585 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2013 Audi A8 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2013 Audi A8 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 22V178000 (engine), 20V397000 (structure), 19V057000 (fuel system), 18V430000 (fuel system), 16V619000 (engine), 13V448000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2013 Audi A8 problems?
Owners filed 49 complaints with NHTSA. Engine (36), Fuel/propulsion system (5), Unknown or other (5) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2013 Audi A8 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 18 city, 28 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2013 A8 compare with other years?
Among the 2009–2019 Audi A8 model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2013 the most (49). The 2013 drew 49. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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