The worst 2016 Audi R8 problems
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Recalls 1
Air bags: frontal: passenger side: inflator module
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1‑800‑893‑5298. Audi's customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and 61C1.
Recall number 22V543000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 Audi R8 188
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Due to a software error, affected vehicles may experience elevated tailpipe emissions when driven in Sport...
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
- Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
- This bulletin contains instructions to update eligible cars from Google Earth to the new service provided...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
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Questions about the 2016 Audi R8
Is the 2016 Audi R8 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 Audi R8.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Audi R8?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2016 Audi R8 have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
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