2019 Audi A8 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Audi A8.

20172020
Complaints
20
per 10K Sold
67.5
US Sales
2,963
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
3

Worst 2019 Audi A8 Problems

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

#18 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:45,000 mi
#24 complaints

Engine Problems

#31 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Audi A8.

Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
45,000
Engine Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Audi A8. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2019 Audi A8

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~357,198 vehicles.

25V900000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~356,894 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

21V111000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:engine Control Module (ecu/ecm) · Engine
~238 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A8 and 2020-2021 Audi S8 vehicles. A missing sealing pin may allow moisture to enter the engine control module connector, possibly causing a control module malfunction.

19V415000Seats
~66 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi A8 vehicles equipped with rear relaxation seats. The front passenger seat track rivet may fail and cause the spindle bracket to separate.

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2019 Audi A8 — FAQ

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

Is the 2019 Audi A8 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2019 Audi A8 has 20 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 8 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Audi A8?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 45,000 mi); Engine Problems (4 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (1 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 2019 Audi A8?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 45,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Audi A8?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Audi A8 include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 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 2019 Audi A8 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 357,198 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 2019 Audi A8?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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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