AI Damage2019 Audi S8: common problems
The maker issued 171 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 171
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 76 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 3 |
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.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information regarding ordering replacement parts for ConBox Low
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts…
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided
- This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal
- 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 for when the red coolant warning lamp is on and the DTCs P218100,…
This bulletin provides information for when the red coolant warning lamp is on and the DTCs P218100, P017B00, P017C00, and/or P017E00 are stored in the ECM.
- 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…
- Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
NHTSA lists 171 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 S8?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 171 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Audi S8?
NHTSA lists 171 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 S8 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.