2016 Audi S8 Recalls

NHTSA safety recall results (3)

Recall information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Engine and engine cooling: Engine: Gasoline: Turbo/supercharger

Recall date
2022-03-22
Recall no.
22V178000

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.

Recall consequence
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.
Recall action
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

Recall date
2020-07-06
Recall no.
20V397000

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.

Recall consequence
If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Recall action
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

Recall date
2019-01-27
Recall no.
19V057000

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.

Recall consequence
Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.
Recall action
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.
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