2014 Audi A8 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Audi A8.

20132015
Complaints
27
per 10K Sold
45.7
US Sales
5,904
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2014 Audi A8 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#112 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:58,559 mi
#23 complaints

Fuel System

#32 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Audi A8.

Engine Problems
12
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
58,559
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2014 Audi A8

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~55,795 vehicles.

22V178000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
~26,093 affected

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.

20V397000Structure:body:hood
~12,964 affected

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.

19V057000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~8,985 affected

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.

18V430000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~6,633 affected

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.

13V448000Sunroof/Moonroof
~1,120 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.

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2014 Audi A8 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2014 Audi A8 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2014 Audi A8 has 27 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 12 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2014 Audi A8?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (12 complaints, avg 58,559 mi); Fuel System (3 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Audi A8?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 58,559 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2014 Audi A8 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 55,795 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2014 Audi A8?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Audi A8 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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