AI Damage2019 Audi R8: common problems
The maker issued 97 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 97
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering
- This is a repair authorization for concerns pertaining to vehicles with ceramic brakes
- This Document informs dealers on the new leather dashboard warranty extension
- This bulletin provides information for when the Virtual cockpit displays a colorful line (pixel error)
- 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 information related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle…
This bulletin provides information related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle is parked for a prolonged period of time.
- This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by…
- This bulletin contains a software update for DTC P0CA700 or U046900
- Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
NHTSA lists 97 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi R8?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 97 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Audi R8?
NHTSA lists 97 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2019 Audi R8 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2019 models
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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.