2011 Audi R8 Spyder Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other R8 Spyder years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder. That is the most of any R8 Spyder model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is suspension (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 7,366 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 100% | 7,366 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2011 Audi R8 Spyder recalls (1)
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Fuel system, other:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Volkswagen is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 audi r8 spyder vehicles manufactured from may 18, 2010, through june 22, 2011. The fuel supply line may contact and rub against the heat shield in the engine compartment. This could lead to a small fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a vehicle fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel line for damage and replace it if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on august 22, 2011. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 audi r8 spyder. The contact was driving 10 mph when the rear driver side lower control arm fractured, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a dealer however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer…
Other Audi R8 Spyder years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 R8 Spyder | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 R8 Spyder | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder?
Owners most often report suspension problems. The top one, suspension, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other R8 Spyder model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.