Model year

2007 Audi A8

Sedan, gasoline, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Nov 21, 2010 to Mar 1, 2023.

Recall campaigns covering this model year26,438 vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints4Below the median 2007 sedan
Severity index0.02007 sedans average 9.3
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2007 Audi A8 peaked in 2010, with 1 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.250.50.7512010120122014201620182020202220242026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

25% of complaints about the 2007 Audi A8 name airbags

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Airbags
1
Fuel system
1
Visibility and wipers
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

2 recall campaigns cover the 2007 Audi A8

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2007 Audi A8
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
16V-415Jun 9, 2016Sunroof glass on the affected vehicles may not be properly secured to the sunroof frameVisibility and wipers536Repair or modification
06V-454Nov 30, 2006On certain vehicles where a weak battery exists, it is possible that a low voltage condition could cause the air bag control unit to improperly…Airbags5,902Software update
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2007 Audi A8

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Mar 1, 2023Failure Mar 1, 2023130,000 milesDes Plaines, ILSun/moon roof assembly

    The contact owns a 2007 Audi A8. The contact stated that the sunroof glass was loosened. The contact was concerned that the sunroof glass had detached from the sunroof frame. The dealer was made aware of the failure and determined that the sunroof glass needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V415000 (Visibility) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

    NHTSA complaint 11509750
  2. Filed Sep 8, 2021Failure Sep 7, 2021North Ogden, UTUnknown or other

    The sunroof of my car exlpoded while driving on the freeway while on my commute to work yesterday morning. Nobody was hurt and luckily my sliding cover was covering the glass at the time.

    NHTSA complaint 11432122
  3. Filed Jan 9, 2019Failure Jan 9, 2019147,000 milesNorth Charleston, SCFuel/propulsion system

    WITH WIFE DRIVING AND FOUR YOUNG CHILDREN IN CAR, GAS PEDAL BECAME STUCK IN FULL ACCELERATION. PEDAL HAD TO BE PULLED UP BY HAND WHILE MASHING BRAKES IN ORDER TO AVOID CRASH.

    NHTSA complaint 11166112
  4. Filed Nov 21, 2010Failure Nov 20, 201028,500 milesSpringfield, MAFrontal

    MY VEHICLE A 2007 AUDI A8 HAS AN AIRBAG LIGHT ON AND PASSENGER AIRBAG AS WELL,THERE ARE 2 RECALLS FOR MY YEAR VEHICLE, BUT DEALER SAYS MY VIN DOES NOT FALL UNDER RECALL, BUT IT IS THE EXACT PROBLEM LISTED. *TR

    NHTSA complaint 10367011
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins

300 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • 461335201713011 Apr 2, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Brakes squeel
  • 44134620103345 Dec 9, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tightening wheel bolts
  • 43132320187659 Sep 16, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Self-leveling compressor inoperative
  • 43131720336661 May 8, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Vehicle lowers itself, air suspension warning light on, level sensor error (PR-2MB or 1BK)
  • 40133420181945 Sep 23, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
  • 40122720243183 Nov 8, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Clicking noise from wheel bearing
  • 48145920172667 Jun 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
  • 46148620225845 Jul 14, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines
  • 40144120181946 Jul 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
  • 48146220172668 Sep 23, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
  • 44145520103346 Oct 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Tightening wheel bolts
  • 48146320282204 Oct 21, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles
  • 4313172033666 May 8, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Vehicle lowers itself, air suspension warning light on, level sensor error (PR-2MB or 1BK)
  • 4313142018765 Apr 11, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Self-leveling compressor inoperative
  • 4014412018194 Jul 2, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
  • 4013342018194 Sep 23, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
  • 4012272024318 Nov 8, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Clicking noise from wheel bearing
  • 4312112018765 Oct 29, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Self-leveling compressor inoperative
  • 4012262024318 Sep 26, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Clicking noise from wheel bearing
  • 1712322018550 Aug 30, 2012 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA)
  • Update91i8 May 13, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
  • AUD4927ENG Jul 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Minnesota.
  • A0023742052680_4 Oct 4, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
  • Chart Oct 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Oil Capacity Chart
  • Edition46 Jul 29, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition45 Jul 22, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition42 Jul 1, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition53 Sep 16, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition58 Oct 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition63 Nov 25, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition102 Sep 8, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • Edition106 Oct 6, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Audi Elsa Newsletter
  • SM562013 Jun 6, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Seat Belt
  • Edition96 Jul 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition112 Nov 17, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition110 Nov 3, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition84 Mar 5, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ElsaPro Tip: "notes"
  • Edition79 Mar 31, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition77 Mar 17, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition76 Mar 10, 2017 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition92 Jun 30, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
  • Edition90 Jun 16, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • Edition89 Jun 9, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
  • Edition96-1 Jul 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    i-wire new wiring diagram application
  • Edition69 Jan 20, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Technical bulletins and updates
  • DC_Alternator_5 Jan 19, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_Alternator_4 Jan 19, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_Alternator_3 Jan 12, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_Alternator_6 Jan 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_Alternator_2 Jan 5, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_Alternator Dec 22, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
  • DC_RECALLS Dec 19, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
  • A572200202203210 Dec 9, 2022 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
  • 01145720151069 Jan 9, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Due to fuel intrusion into the low-pressure system fuel pressure sensor (G410), a false signal may be sent to the controller, resulting in a reading that is out of tolerance.
  • 01135020301922 Dec 20, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    A deformed oil seal behind the potentiometer (Figure 1) causes a linkage of the intake manifold flap adjustment to stick, which sets the DTCs.
  • 01130920147538 Jun 21, 2013 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
  • 00147020392061 Dec 10, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
  • 001465201173210 Jul 15, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
  • 37143120130025 Jun 3, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    ATF pan leaks
  • 37143020036586 May 28, 2014 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.