The contact owns a 2015 Audi A8. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle that stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the engine failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
2015 Audi A8: engine stalls while driving
7 of the 32 complaints about the 2015 Audi A8 describe engine stalls while driving.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 22%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 207 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Engine stalls while driving by model year
What owners say
Turbo chargers failed on highway at highway speeds leading major loss of power in a passing situation nearly causing an accident then the car stalled at exit ramp
Engine stalled as i approached departure terminal at Newark airport. Dealer has inspected and determined the Turbo Impeller is bent and requires replacement. Car will not run. This is a known problem on Audi turbo engines apparently. Just prior to stalling the oil low light came on then the car stalled out creating a hazardous safety situation for a perfectly well maintained car.
Car stalled in left turn lane. Restarted with difficulty, and loss of power. No warning lights. Diagnosed by dealer to be failed twin turbochargers. 45688 miles. Replaced under extended warranty. Dangerous as car stalled in an intersection with no prior warning.
I have owned my 2015 audi 8l for 6 months and it has started to stall whenever I start the initiation button. Often times it will just shift off causing me to have to restart it multiple times. I brought this issue up my local audi dealership and they have acted as if they were totally unaware of this issue. Also I keep getting low pressure in my from right tire, this keeps me from being able to drive long distances as I am military stationed in an isolated area.
Engine stalled in traffic and car would not restart. Car was operating normally, pulled up to a red light to turn left on to busy 2-lane highway. Engine began sputtering and car lurched forward. Light turned green, was able to turn left on to the road. I got 1/3 mile down the road and the engine stalled completely and would not restart on multiple attempts. Car was disabled and stuck in traffic. Car towed to dealer. Dealer diagnosed failed turbochargers. Car had 68,800 miles on it at time of turbocharger failure. Car was serviced at audi dealer for every service interval per manufacturer recommended mileage-based intervals. Car/engine has not been modified in any way with aftermarket parts.
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 audi a8. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle speed decreased and suddenly failed to go over 40 MPH. In addition, when depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 10,427.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This bulletin provides information when the engine is not runing smoothly; all gas engines.
- This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000 km.
- This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.
- This bulletin provides information on VIN Plates, Safety Certification labels, and the ordering procedures.
- This bulletin provides information on the use of the Audi frequencly analysis app, and where the...
- This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
- This bulletin provides informatin when the engine does not run smoothly at idling speeds.
- This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean...
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/supercharger
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 22V178000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2015 Audi A8 stalling
Is engine stalls while driving a common problem on the 2015 Audi A8?
7 of 32 owner complaints about the 2015 Audi A8 (22%) mention engine stalls while driving. The model year with the most reports is 2013.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Audi A8?
There is 1 recall and 207 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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