2001 Audi A8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other A8 years
- Not enough data 13th of 32 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Audi A8. That ranks 13th out of 32 A8 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 86,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 6owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Audi A8 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 | 33% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 17% | 8,600 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 17% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 17% | 172,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Audi A8 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 audi a8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The locking cable may move out of position over time. With the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the "park" position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock.
Risk: This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. The recall began on september 12, 2008. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a fuel and vapor leak detection system. A "blind cover" at the filler neck of the fuel tank may not seal properly allowing fuel vapor to escape.
Risk: Should this happen, the fuel tank pressure will be reduced, which will activate the leak detection system and alert the driver of a system's fault indicated by an instrument panel light.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel filler neck/expansion tank assembly. Owner notification began march 21, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
A8l [quattro, all wheel drive] in early december of 2018, i ordered 4 tires from walmart online for my 2001 audi . They were 245/45/18 supermax 100v tm-1. The tire size was exactly as recommended on the b-pillar and exactly the same size as the tires that were on the car when these new tires were…
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 audi a8. Upon trying to shift into drive, the vehicle failed to move forward and there was no response upon pressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was able to be shifted into reverse, but not into drive. The contact stated that the independent mechanic inspected the…
2001 audi a8l gauge cluster problems**cc the consumer stated she had no way of knowing how much fuel was in the vehicle, the temperature or the vehicle speed, because of the faulty instrument cluster. *jb
The consumer experienced an inconsistency with acceleration when making right hand turns. *jb the consumer stated that when he drives the vehicle it feels like he is starting off in third gear. *tc
While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled. Consumer was able to restart the vehicle. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
Other Audi A8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 A8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 A8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 A8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 A8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 A8 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 A8 | 5 | 10 |
| 2020 A8 | 3 | 5 |
| 2019 A8 | 14 | 3 |
| 2018 A8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 A8 | 8 | 3 |
| 2016 A8 | 11 | 4 |
| 2015 A8 | 31 | 5 |
| 2014 A8 | 18 | 5 |
| 2013 A8 | 49 | 6 |
| 2012 A8 | 11 | 1 |
| 2011 A8 | 15 | 1 |
| 2010 A8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 A8 | 5 | 1 |
| 2008 A8 | 8 | 1 |
| 2007 A8 | 4 | 2 |
| 2006 A8 | 6 | 2 |
| 2005 A8 | 6 | 1 |
| 2004 A8 | 20 | 1 |
| 2003 A8 | 3 | 1 |
| 2002 A8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 | 6 | 2 |
| 2000 A8 | 3 | 2 |
| 1999 A8 | 9 | 4 |
| 1998 A8 | 4 | 3 |
| 1997 A8 | 10 | 2 |
| 1996 A8 | 1 | 2 |
| 1995 A8 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Audi A8?
Owners most often report power train, vehicle speed control, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Audi A8?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Audi A8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other A8 model years, the 2001 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.