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2014 Audi S8 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2014 Audi S8 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 55,795 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 22V178000 2022-03-23 26,093 affected
Defect

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.

Consequence

Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

STRUCTURE 20V397000 2020-07-07 12,964 affected
Defect

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.

Consequence

If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 19V057000 2019-01-28 8,985 affected
Defect

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.

Consequence

Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.

Remedy

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 18V430000 2018-06-25 6,633 affected
Defect

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began July 20, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AV.

VISIBILITY 13V448000 2013-09-23 1,120 affected
Defect

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.

Consequence

Should the sunroof's glass break while the vehicle is in use, the falling glass could injure the driver or passengers. It could also distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkwagen's number for this campaign is 60B6/1L.

Complaints by component

ENGINE
2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
1
1fires
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1
VISIBILITY/WIPER
1
Total complaints7

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“The contact owns a 2014 audi s8. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, the low oil warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. Upon visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the engine oil level was abnormally low, prompting him to add oil to the engine.…”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · reported 2024-03-18

“During our recent rains I discovered water dripping on me from the center overhead console at the top of the windshield. This totally distracted me while driving as I was shocked by it's sudden occurrence. The next day, I suspected sunroof drains and proceeded to chase a flexible line thru them in…”

VISIBILITY/WIPER · reported 2023-01-13

“The contact owns a 2014 audi s8. The contact stated while driving 60mph the vehicle began to vibrate violently from the engine compartment; the cabin filled up with smoke and the vehicle tailpipe began producing smoke. The contact was unable to pull over and manually moved the vehicle into the…”

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · reported 2021-04-18

“Faulty "oil screen" design has caused turbos to fail and other related components. Audi has known about the issue because there was an updated screen made to replace the old design in new cars.”

UNKNOWN OR OTHER · reported 2020-09-17

“I already filed complaint 11218674. This is adding detail. Audi has issued tsb 2044640/5 (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/mc-10153123-9999.pdf) to address the damage when this very known issue occurs. The problem identified in the tsb is that original parts require replacement (oil screen…”

ENGINE · reported 2019-06-08

“I already filed complaint 11218674. This is adding detail. Audi has issued tsb 2044640/5 (https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/mc-10153123-9999.pdf) to address the damage when this very known issue occurs. The problem identified in the tsb is that original parts require replacement (oil screen…”

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · reported 2019-06-08

“Turbochargers can failure with no warning while driving which is a severe safety hazard”

ENGINE · reported 2019-06-07

Defect investigations

Investigation EA22001 Opened 2022-04-04 · closed 2023-05-26

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE 21-009) after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7 equipped with the 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported the vehicles would…

Investigation EA22001 Opened 2022-04-04 · closed 2023-05-26

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE 21-009) after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7 equipped with the 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported the vehicles would…

Investigation PE21009 Opened 2021-03-29 · closed 2022-05-27

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 21-009 after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7. The subject vehicles are equipped with 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported…

Investigation PE21009 Opened 2021-03-29 · closed 2022-05-27

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 21-009 after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7. The subject vehicles are equipped with 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported…

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2014 Audi S8 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.