Model year
2018 Audi S8
NHTSA lists 1 recall and 0 complaints for the 2018 Audi S8 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 18 mpg combined (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,550, 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
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.
Complaints
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Investigations
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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 | 14 | 24 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
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Check a vehicle
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