2013 Audi A8 vs 2015 Audi A8
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Audi A8 | 2015 Audi A8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 49 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,492 | 1,089 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A8 | Audi A8 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 1 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 5 |
2013 Audi A8
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.