2014 Audi A8: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Audi A8? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 18 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2014 Audi A8 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 6 2014 Audi A8 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 6 trims analysed.
2014 Audi A8 Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Audi A8 has 18 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- A8
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 18
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 28
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Audi A8 Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Fuel/Propulsion System
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Fuel/Propulsion System, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Audi A8?
The 2014 Audi A8 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Audi A8
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the engine and request service records for any reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the engine and fuel system.
- Check for any outstanding safety recalls related to forward collision avoidance or steering.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the engine and request service records for any reported issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Have a mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the engine and fuel system.
- Check for any outstanding safety recalls related to forward collision avoidance or steering.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Audi A8, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 18 NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Audi A8, issues appear concentrated in the engine, with 12 reports. No crash-related complaints were filed. The data is limited to a single model year and low confidence, so patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Engine Problems account for the majority of complaints (12 out of 18).
- Fuel/Propulsion System and Forward Collision Avoidance each have 2–3 complaints.
- No crash-related complaints were reported for this model year.
- Engine Problems
- Fuel/Propulsion System
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
All 2014 Audi A8 Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Audi A8. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Audi A8. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Car went dead on the hwy without any warning. Dealer has the vehicle for a month now and says there is metal shavings in fuel and need more than 15000/- in repairs to replace fuel pump, 6 fuel injectors fuel line and fuel rail. Metal shavings come from fuel pump Failure there sh…
The dealer has been unable to provide repairs for the broken front camera for over three months, which has rendered many of the car's safety features inoperable.
I was driving along on the highway, at normal speeds. When my engine started surging, causing me to speed up and slow down rapidly. Putting the safety of others behind and in front of me in danger. No check engine or any light of that nature turned on. then after another mile or …
The oil strainer needs to be replaced in my car. This is a known issue with Audi and there are many recalls on Audis, with the exception of mine. I read that this can lead to the engine stopping and causing an accident and it can ruin the engine. This has been problem has been …
Turbos failed. Was traveling home on a highway, when i pulled off the engine suddenly stalls out and loss of steering occurs as the engine system automatically puts you in park. Switching to neutral leads to a very 'leaden'/heavy driving feeling (Kind of like with no Power steeri…
My Audi Certified Preowned A8L, 4.0 TFSI suffered a complete turbocharger failure without any notice. The car went into service 9/30/2013. I purchased the car from the same dealer that originally sold the car in Stratham, New Hampshire on 12/26/2016. I purchased an extended wa…
The rear view mirror on my car fell off of the windshield without warning.As a result,I nearly backed into a lady and her granddaughter in a senior living facility and a woman pushing a shopping cart at the supermarket.My adaptive cruise control isn't working nor is the sunroof.T…
For technician report, go to: https://getpe.co/4ZT0j2 While driving on a major central NJ highway, slowing to exit, the vehicle shuddered and stalled in lane. The engine EPC light came on and a message to put the car in park to start the engine followed. This made it impossible t…
Driving home from church, heard a rattle, like a stick was stuck underneath. Then felt loss of power. No warning/engine check light, but car stalled while I was turning left off a highway. When car stalled I had no warning, and no steering or brakes. Husband was able to assist wi…
Driving on extended highway - a few hours - and complete engine failure at an exit. Unsafe as the engine died in the middle of the road. Took multiple attempts to move the vehicle. Blocked traffic and had to have police assist with the physical pushing of the vehicle to a sa…
WHEN THE SUNROOF RETRACTS OR CLOSES IT MAKES A LOUD NOISE (SOUNDS LIKE AN MRI MACHINE). I KEEP IT CLOSED FOR POSSIBLE GLASS CRACKING SAFETY REASONS. THIS OCCURS WHILE IDLE OR DRIVING ON ANY STREET/HIGHWAY SURFACE. AUDI THINKS ITS A MOTOR ISSUE AND IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY OR…
WHILE DRIVING AND GETTING OFF A HIGHWAY EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT NOTICE STARTED TO STALL AS IF MISFIRING AND RUNNING ERRATIC WITHOUT NO ENGINE TROUBLE CODES OR WARNING LIGHTS AT A RED LIGHT STOP. I MANAGED TO GET HOME ABOUT HALF MILE AND ONCE PARKED COULDN'T TURN THE VEHICLE ON. …
THE CAR ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T RESTART. HAD TO CALL TOW TRUCK TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. BOTH TURBOS HAD MECHANICAL MALFUNCTION AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. *TR
THE 4.0T ENGINE STARTS TO HAVE TURBO COOLANT LEAK AND PCV VALVE LEAK AT AROUND 48000 MILES. THE COOLANT LEAK COULD CAUSE TURBO FAILURE AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. CANNOT HAVE FULL POWER.
I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND HAD JUST CROSSED A TRACK, WHEN OUT OF NO WHERE WITH NO WARNING MY CAR STOPPED. MY WHEEL STARTED TIGHTENING AND I COULDN'T PRESS ON THE BRAKES. THANKS GOODNESS I DIDNT HAVE A CAR BEHIND ME BECAUSE THE CAR JUST LOST ALL POWER. I COULDN'T EVEN STEER THE CAR …
SUNGLASSES HOLDER WILL NOT STAY CLOSED AND FALLS DOWN BLOCKING MY REARVIEW MIRROR. TRIED SEVERAL TIMES TO CLOSE IT AND IT WILL NOT CLOSE. I CANNOT SEE CLEARLY OUT OF MY REARVIEW MIRROR WHICH IS HAZARDOUS TO MY DRIVING WHEN TRYING TO SWITCH LANES AND/OR TELL HOW CLOSE SOMEONE IS…
ISSUE WITH THE WINDSHIELD LEAKING PROFUSELY. THIS LED TO MOISTURE ISSUES INSIDE THE CAR WHEN DRIVING IN THE RAIN, WHICH COULD PRESENT A SERIOUS VISIBILITY HAZARD. THERE ARE ALSO NUMEROUS ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS (MAJOR VEHICLE CONTROL AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULES) LOCATED IN THE TRACKING …
2014 AUDI A8 VEHICLE HAS 57534 MILES ON IT, A WELL MAINTAINED VEHICLE BY AUDI DEALERSHIPS. WHEN PASSING A VEHICLE ON A 2 LANE HWY THE PERFORMANCE SEEMED TO BE COMPROMISED. HEARD A GURGLING LIKE SOUND. THE EPC LIGHT CAME ON. PULLED VEHICLE OVER TO A SAFE LOCATION AND VEHICLE WOUL…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Audi A8.
2014 Audi A8 Recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Audi A8. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2014 Audi A8 Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Audi A8 reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 18 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2014 Audi A8 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A8?▾
#1: Engine Problems (12 complaints). #2: Fuel/Propulsion System (3 complaints). #3: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Audi A8?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Audi A8?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Audi A8, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 18 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Audi A8 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2014 Audi A8. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2014 Audi A8?▾
The 2014 Audi A8 looks comparatively lower-risk based on complaint volume, but model-year averages do not confirm the condition of any specific used car. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Audi A8 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.