Audi A8 Phev: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Audi A8 Phev across 2 model years: 0 owner complaints and 55 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Electronic stability control | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 2 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries
- This bulletin provides guidance regarding the use of the Audi connect Activation card in instances when…
- This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights…
- This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding,…
- This bulletin provides information for when there is moisture accumulation in the exterior lights
- Noise from front door trim panel while driving Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant…
- This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by…
- This bulletin describes the steps to update the MIB3 software when applicable
- This bulletin provides warranty submission instructions for Audi connect and Infotainment for Audi…
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin advises to create a PSS record in instances where information in the MMI such as last…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.