The worst 2018 Audi R8 Spyder problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.
Recalls 1
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi R8 Spyder and R8 Coupe vehicles. Transmission fluid may leak from the gearbox ventilation hose after certain high speed and maneuvering situations.
- Risk
- If leaked transmission fluid contacts hot engine parts, it can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single gearbox ventilation hose with a double ventilation hose, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 34J1.
Recall number 18V639000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder 334
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin provides informaiton on the use of the PICO-NVH tool (VAS 611 015).
- This bulletin proides service information when there is a prompt to take over the steering wheel (hands...
- This bulletin provides information when the starter battery is discharged or malfunctioning.
- This bulletin provides information to aid in diagnosing the vehicle locking system.
- This bulletin provides information when the engine is not runing smoothly; all gas engines.
- This bulletin provides information on VIN plates, Safety Certification labels, and ordering procedures.
- This bulletin provides infomraiton when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.
- This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.
- This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has...
- This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.
Compare the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder
Other model years
Questions about the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder
Is the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder.
What is the most common problem with the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2018 Audi R8 Spyder have?
1 recall, covering power train.
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used 2018 Audi R8 Spyder?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history