2016 Audi S8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S8 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2016 Audi S8. That ranks 2nd out of 16 S8 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 37,500 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2016 Audi S8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 2 | 33% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 17% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 17% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 17% | 37,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 17% | 37,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2016 Audi S8 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Structure:body:hood
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.
Risk: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.
Risk: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure (EA22001) — opened Apr 4, 2022, closed May 26, 2023.
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure (PE21009) — opened Mar 29, 2021, closed May 27, 2022, led to recall 22V178000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I started the car last friday, 11/15/2019 and got a bunch of system errors popping up one right after the other. I drove the car to get to a safe parking spot and noticed the steering wheel totally off center about 70 degrees counter clockwise. I am not sure if the two (accident/calibration and the…
I started the car last friday, 11/15/2019 and got a bunch of system errors popping up one right after the other. I drove the car to get to a safe parking spot and noticed the steering wheel totally off center about 70 degrees counter clockwise. I am not sure if the two (accident/calibration and the…
I started the car last friday, 11/15/2019 and got a bunch of system errors popping up one right after the other. I drove the car to get to a safe parking spot and noticed the steering wheel totally off center about 70 degrees counter clockwise. I am not sure if the two (accident/calibration and the…
I started the car last friday, 11/15/2019 and got a bunch of system errors popping up one right after the other. I drove the car to get to a safe parking spot and noticed the steering wheel totally off center about 70 degrees counter clockwise. I am not sure if the two (accident/calibration and the…
I started the car last friday, 11/15/2019 and got a bunch of system errors popping up one right after the other. I drove the car to get to a safe parking spot and noticed the steering wheel totally off center about 70 degrees counter clockwise. I am not sure if the two (accident/calibration and the…
Other Audi S8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 S8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 S8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 S8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 S8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2022 S8 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 S8 | 1 | 8 |
| 2020 S8 | 0 | 4 |
| 2018 S8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 S8 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 6 | 3 |
| 2015 S8 | 6 | 4 |
| 2014 S8 | 6 | 5 |
| 2013 S8 | 13 | 5 |
| 2009 S8 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 S8 | 5 | 1 |
| 2007 S8 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi S8?
Owners most often report service brakes, electronic stability control (esc), power train problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2016 Audi S8?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2016 Audi S8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S8 model years, the 2016 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.