Audi R8 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Audi R8, across 8 model years (2008–2022). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Audi R8 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R8 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi R8 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi R8 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 R8 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2021 R8 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2020 R8 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2018 R8 | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2016 R8 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 R8 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2009 R8 | 6 | 0 | — | Structure | |
| 2008 R8 | 5 | 0 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi R8 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (6), 2008 (5), 2020 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi R8?
Suspension, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi R8 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.