Audi S8 years to avoid
No model year of the Audi S8 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Audi S8 years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Audi S8 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Audi S8 problems
All model years combined.
- Engine21
- Visibility7
- Transmission4
- Fuel system3
- Acceleration3
- Electrical2
- Brakes2
- Wheels1
- Suspension1
- Steering1
- Driver assistance1
- Body1
Audi S8 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | - | 1 | Electrical | 8 | 0 | ||
| 2016 | - | 6 | Brakes | 37,500 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2015 | - | 6 | Engine | 4 | 0 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2014 | - | 6 | Engine | 58,000 | 5 | 0 | Fewest complaints |
| 2013 | - | 13 | Engine | 80,000 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2009 | - | 2 | Acceleration | 1 | 0 | ||
| 2008 | - | 5 | Visibility | 1 | 0 | Fewest complaints | |
| 2007 | - | 3 | Body | 1 | 0 |
Recalls 16
Audi S8 warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
Questions about the Audi S8
What years of the Audi S8 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Audi S8 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Audi S8?
2008, 2014 and 2015 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (5, 6 and 6).
What is the most common problem with the Audi S8?
Engine, with 21 complaints across all years, followed by visibility (7) and transmission (4).
How many recalls does the Audi S8 have?
16 recalls between 2007 and 2021. The 2021 model year has the most, with 8.
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