2012 Audi A8: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings
The 2012 Audi A8 has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign and 11 owner complaints on file. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.
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The 2012 Audi A8 has 1 safety recall campaign and 11 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific A8 had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.
Safety recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Audi A8 vehicles manufactured May 15, 2010, to May 14, 2012. The affected vehicles have a coolant valve that may leak, allowing coolant to enter the engine control module causing a loss of power or the engine to stall.
What owners complain about
The systems 2012 Audi A8 owners report most often to federal regulators:
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Audi A8 have any recalls?
Yes. The 2012 Audi A8 has 1 NHTSA recall campaign associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.
What problems do 2012 Audi A8 owners report?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2012 Audi A8, most often about the engine, air bags, unknown or other.
How do I check a specific A8's history?
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