Audi R8 Spyder Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 3 safety recalls on file for the Audi R8 Spyder, across 3 model years (2011–2018). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Audi R8 Spyder years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No R8 Spyder model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 R8 Spyder: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 Spyder problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi R8 Spyder model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 R8 Spyder | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2017 R8 Spyder | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2011 R8 Spyder | 1 | 1 | — | Suspension |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi R8 Spyder years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (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 Spyder?
Suspension, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Audi R8 Spyder have?
3 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.