Model year
2015 Audi S8
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 6 complaints for the 2015 Audi S8 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ENGINE (5), POWER TRAIN (1). NHTSA lists 2 investigations. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 20 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,100, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2001 0 complaints
- 2002 0 complaints
- 2003 0 complaints
- 2007 3 complaints
- 2008 5 complaints
- 2009 2 complaints
- 2013 13 complaints
- 2014 6 complaints
- 2015 6 complaints
- 2016 6 complaints
- 2017 0 complaints
- 2018 0 complaints
- 2020 0 complaints
- 2021 1 complaints
- 2022 0 complaints
- 2023 0 complaints
- 2024 0 complaints
- 2025 0 complaints
- 2026 0 complaints
- 2027 0 complaints
Recalls
22V178000 · Mar 23, 2022
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
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.
20V397000 · Jul 7, 2020
STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
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.
19V057000 · Jan 28, 2019
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
18V430000 · Jun 25, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
Complaints
6 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 0, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE21009 | Engine Stall - Turbo Failure · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE… | Mar 29, 2021 | May 27, 2022 |
| EA22001 | Engine Stall - Turbo Failure · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; ENGINE AND ENGINE… | Apr 4, 2022 | May 26, 2023 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated · possibility 0 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8 · 4L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 27 | 20 | — | — | $4,100 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2015 Audi S8 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.