AI DamageAudi R8 Spyder: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Audi R8 Spyder across 6 model years: 0 owner complaints and 399 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 4.2 L · petrol · 8 cyl 2011–2015
- 5.2 L · petrol · 10 cyl 2011–2017
- dual-clutch (DCT), 6-speed 2011–2012
- dual-clutch (DCT), 7-speed 2014–2017
- manual, 6-speed 2011–2015
Drive: AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 459 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 167 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 113 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 95 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 71 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 7 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has…
- This bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel
- This bulletin provides information when there are stails/marks on the sill panel trim
- This bulletin provides information when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, rear parking…
- This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer
- This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped
- This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning
- This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels
- This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel
- This bulletin provides information when there are cracks on the friction ring surface on ceramic brake discs
- This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor
- This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal
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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.