repaired · 2017 Q4
Visibility: sun/moon roof assembly
Risk. If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 Audi A8Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2009 Audi A8, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 1 safety recall, and for recall 16V-415 the manufacturer reports only 42% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 25, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Audi A8 has problems
5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Electronic stability control (ESC)1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine and engine cooling
1Exterior lighting
1Latches/locks/linkages
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
1 recall
2009 Audi A8 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2009 vs. every other A8 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A8 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2009 Audi A8 safety ratings
2009 Audi A8 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What A8 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
1: My passenger door sensitive door closing sensor is not working 2: my sunroof is off track and makes noises 3: battery cord is corroded. There is no where in the world to get 1 right now apparently. I bought a brand new battery and car still doesn’t pull energy from the battery so I’m scared the…
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