repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Audi A8Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2019 Audi A8, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-415 the manufacturer reports only 95% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 2, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Audi A8 has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
9Electrical system
4Engine
2Forward collision avoidance
1Visibility/wiper
1Lane departure
1Power train
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 9 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2019 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.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Engine
Risk. An engine control module malfunction may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Seats
Risk. A failure of the seat track rivet increases the risk of injury during a crash.
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
2019 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
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What A8 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic failure of its 48V electrical charging system while in motion, resulting in an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power. Without any warning, the vehicle displayed an 'Electrical System Malfunction' warning on the dashboard and completely shut down,…
My grandson and I got in the car after being in a Lego store for 20 minutes. We tried to start the car to leave but the car started the electronic starting procedure but stoped. All kinds of malfunction and failure lights came on and EVERYTHING LOCKED UP. WE WERE TRAPPED IN THE CAR AND COULD NOT…
Electrical Malfunction light came on and it says to pull over and cut your car off and also contact your dealer. This is very scary because you may be in am area that is very isolated or dangerous to stop. This is very disturbing. This is a known problem by Audi. The vehicle is currently at the…
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