2015 Audi A8 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Audi A8.

20142016
Complaints
46
per 10K Sold
92.2
US Sales
4,990
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2015 Audi A8 Problems

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

#117 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:131,054 mi
#24 complaints

Brakes

#33 complaints

Electrical Faults

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Audi A8.

Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
131,054
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2015 Audi A8

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~129,556 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.

19V035000Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail
~74,881 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may 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.

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2015 Audi A8 — FAQ

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

Is the 2015 Audi A8 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2015 Audi A8 has 46 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 17 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2015 Audi A8?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (17 complaints, avg 131,054 mi); Brakes (4 complaints); Electrical Faults (3 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 2015 Audi A8?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 131,054 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2015 Audi A8?
NHTSA complaints for the 2015 Audi A8 include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2015 Audi A8 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 129,556 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 2015 Audi A8?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2015 Audi A8 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

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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