Audi A8 2001
Model A8 made in 2001 by Audi got 5 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 28 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to digital instrument panel, engine and engine cooling and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and exterior lighting. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, gasoline, power train. The car has one 4.2 engine.
Model 2001
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.2 | 8 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | 4 | 17/25/20 | 18,9995/31,7499/23,1903 | Premium | 1162 | MIDSIZE CARS |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP | ||||||||||||||||
| 01V259000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC | from 02/01/2000 to 07/31/2000 | V (Vehicle) | 600 | 03/21/2002 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/15/2001 | 08/27/2001 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a fuel and vapor leak detection system. a blind cover at the filler neck of the fuel tank may not seal properly allowing fuel vapor to escape. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Should this happen, the fuel tank pressure will be reduced, which will activate the leak detection system and alert the driver of a system's fault indicated by an instrument panel light. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel filler neck/expansion tank assembly. owner notification began march 21, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact audi at 1-866-892-2834. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V397000 | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | from 07/19/1995 to 08/14/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 13900 | 09/12/2008 | MFR | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC | 08/14/2008 | 08/14/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Volkswagen is recalling 13,900 my 1996-2003 audi a8 vehicles equipped with a 5-speed automatic transmission. the locking cable may move out of position over time. with the locking cable out of position, the shifter can be moved out of the park position even if the ignition key is not in the ignition lock. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could allow the vehicle to roll, causing a crash without warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will modify the automatic transmission locking cable by installing an adjusting piece that will secure the locking cable in place. the recall began on september 12, 2008. owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volkswagen/audi recall no.37d5/j2. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| ALS0123 | 09/14/2001 | 627111 | Subject regarding electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and component locations binder. *jg | 02/05/2002 | |
| 3 | 01/01/2001 | 621624 | Information in this technical bulletin supplements and updates previously published wiring diagram, troubleshooting and component location information. *tt | 09/27/2001 | |
| ALS0010 | 09/25/2000 | 618420 | This service circular contains electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and component locations technical bulletin no. 2. *tt | 04/12/2001 | |
| ALS0103 | 02/07/2001 | 618416 | This bulletin contains revised wiring diagrams. *tt | 04/12/2001 | |
| 2 | 09/01/2000 | 618418 | This technical bulletin supplements and updates previously published wiring diagram, troubleshooting and component location information. *tt | 04/12/2001 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| TSB-28F2-REV 7 | 04/01/2010 | 10034846 | Audi: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. (added phase 7-april 10 vin information).malfuncti | 01/19/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| AWA-08-04 | 03/05/2008 | 10025081 | Engine coolant temperature sensor warranty extension for certain 2001-2004 model year audi vehicles. *pe | 07/09/2008 | |
| 0402 | 11/02/2005 | 0503 | 10018217 | Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines. *tt | 12/19/2005 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||||
| AWA-08-03 | 02/11/2008 | 10025301 | Engine coolant temperature sensor warranty extension for certain 2001-2004 audi model year vehicles. csc was received *pe | 07/28/2008 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 260702 | 06/18/2007 | 10022452 | Mil on (dtc's p0300, p0411, p1128, p1130, p1411, p1423). this could be caused by a cracked or broken vacuum hose. *kb | 08/15/2007 | |
| 20036582 | 02/26/2007 | 10022142 | Loses power or will not move after stop. *kb | 07/06/2007 | |
| 0421 | 07/12/2004 | 10009717 | Emission warranty extension for oxygen sensor. *tt | 10/18/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| SAC-28F2-REV | 08/01/2010 | 10036497 | Audi: gasoline engine vehicles; inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. added final mailing phase-8/10 vin information. | 03/23/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| TSB-94-07-15 | 11/07/2007 | 10032250 | Audio: exterior lights, moisture accumulation. condensation is visible on the inside of headlights, taillights, fog lights, side marker lights, front turn signal or third brake light lens. damp air settles on the inside of a cold lens, | 02/25/2010 | |
| 0715 | 11/07/2007 | 10023948 | Exterior lights, moisture accumulation. *nj | 02/21/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| 20056243 | 02/26/2007 | 10022141 | Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter. *kb | 07/06/2007 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - CONCEALMENT DEVICES | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| 2012749-2 | 02/26/2007 | 10025703 | Exterior lights, mositure accumulation. *pe | 09/02/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| LT | 10/01/2003 | 10006797 | Emission recall lt. the fuel sending unit housing could become distorted under certain climatic conditions. should this happen, fuel vapors could escape into the atmosphere. a vapor leak also illuminates the vehicle's dashboard malfuncti | 05/14/2004 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| TSB-45-08-04 | 11/19/2008 | 10028008 | Audi: abs activates during light brake application . control noises are heard from the abs unit at low speed without brake application. *pe | 02/26/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||||
| TSB-45-08-04 | 11/19/2008 | 10028008 | Audi: abs activates during light brake application . control noises are heard from the abs unit at low speed without brake application. *pe | 02/26/2009 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||||
| TSB-45-08-04 | 11/19/2008 | 10028008 | Audi: abs activates during light brake application . control noises are heard from the abs unit at low speed without brake application. *pe | 02/26/2009 | |
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||||
| TSB-44-08-14 | 11/19/2008 | 10027923 | Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment. torque sticks and torque extension bars are not approved by audi of america, inc. and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. all audi models included. *pe | 02/20/2009 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 01/01/1901 | 1 | ||
| 2001 audi a8l gauge cluster problems**cc the consumer stated she had no way of knowing how much fuel was in the vehicle, the temperature or the vehicle speed, because of the faulty instrument cluster. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 09/21/2004 | 8600 | 4 | |
| While driving 40 mph vehicle stalled. consumer was able to restart the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 09/23/2004 | 3 | ||
| The consumer experienced an inconsistency with acceleration when making right hand turns. *jb the consumer stated that when he drives the vehicle it feels like he is starting off in third gear. *tc | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 09/23/2004 | 3 | ||
| The consumer experienced an inconsistency with acceleration when making right hand turns. *jb the consumer stated that when he drives the vehicle it feels like he is starting off in third gear. *tc | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | |||
| 07/19/2002 | 1 | ||
| Consumer states the accelerator pedal got stuck while driving, increasing the speed to 100mph. the consumer was able to turn the ignition off to stop due to no brake response. vehicle is a 2001 audi a8 quattro dealer was contacted. please provide more information.*jb | |||