Audi A8 2003
Model A8 made in 2003 by Audi got 2 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 26 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to exterior lighting, power train. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, digital instrument panel and electrical system. There was one recall concerning power train . The car has one 4.2 engine.
Model 2003
| 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 | 18.9/31.8/23.1206 | Premium | 1238 | 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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||||
| TSB-69-12-24 | 03/12/2012 | 10043925 | Audi: airbag warning light on, upper limit for front or rear side airbag exceeded. *kb | 05/02/2012 | |
| TSB-69-08-01 | 01/14/2008 | 10028505 | Audi: airbag warning light on; upper limit for front/rear side airbag exceeded. over time resistance variance within side impact airbag connector can cause the airbag warning light on instrument panel to come on and stay on, even though sid | 05/06/2009 | |
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||||
| TSB-69-08-01 | 01/14/2008 | 10028505 | Audi: airbag warning light on; upper limit for front/rear side airbag exceeded. over time resistance variance within side impact airbag connector can cause the airbag warning light on instrument panel to come on and stay on, even though sid | 05/06/2009 | |
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE | |||||
| TSB-69-08-01 | 01/14/2008 | 10028505 | Audi: airbag warning light on; upper limit for front/rear side airbag exceeded. over time resistance variance within side impact airbag connector can cause the airbag warning light on instrument panel to come on and stay on, even though sid | 05/06/2009 | |
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||||
| 940710 | 07/13/2007 | 10022457 | Dynamic headlight range control, warning light is on in the instrument panel center display. *kb | 08/15/2007 | |
| 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 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| TSB-00-10-02 | 03/24/2010 | 10035268 | Audi: software version management (svm) operating instructions. detailing the general process for carrying out a software version management (svm) software update for any tsb or required vehicle update (rvu). troubleshooting information | 02/14/2011 | |
| TSB-19-07-07 | 12/07/2007 | 10032810 | Audi: poor or no heating in any or all heating zones. ecm software updated with modified map controlled coolant thermostat specifications. the tcm software must also be updated to be compatible with the new ecm software level. possible | 05/26/2010 | |
| TSB-01-09-06 | 05/13/2009 | 10032290 | Audi: software version management (svm), operating instructions. svm is a process to update the programming in flashable (re-programmable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in audi vehicles. this system uses t | 03/01/2010 | |
| TSB-01-08-33 | 12/15/2008 | 10028768 | Audi: software version management(svm) operating instructions. its a process to update the programming in flashable (reprogrammable) control modules and/or to document changes in software levels in all audi vehicles. *pe | 05/27/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 190707 | 12/07/2007 | 10024442 | Poor or no heating in any or all heating zones of the vehicle. *nj | 04/15/2008 | |
| 0402 | 11/02/2005 | 0503 | 10018217 | Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines. *tt | 12/19/2005 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| TSB-19-07-07 | 12/07/2007 | 10032810 | Audi: poor or no heating in any or all heating zones. ecm software updated with modified map controlled coolant thermostat specifications. the tcm software must also be updated to be compatible with the new ecm software level. possible | 05/26/2010 | |
| TSB-24-09-16 | 08/07/2009 | 10032291 | Audi: mil on (mass airflow sensor dtcs p0101, p0102, p0103, p0112, p0113 in ecm). engine has low performance without significant loss of power or stalling. dtcs related to the mass air flow sensor and fuel trim faults can be related to ( | 03/01/2010 | |
| 20036582 | 02/26/2007 | 10022142 | Loses power or will not move after stop. *kb | 07/06/2007 | |
| 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 - 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 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| TSB-19-07-07 | 12/07/2007 | 10032810 | Audi: poor or no heating in any or all heating zones. ecm software updated with modified map controlled coolant thermostat specifications. the tcm software must also be updated to be compatible with the new ecm software level. possible | 05/26/2010 | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 06/14/2003 | 0 | ||
| Please add my name to the list of drivers that are adamantly opposed to the new blue/purple headlights many of the new luxury cars are featuring. the light is piercing and a danger to night time traffic. these new lights are even distracting during daylight. i believe that cars equipped with these blue/purple headlights should be recalled and the headlights replaced. they are a definite hazard to other vehicles. *nlm | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 10/10/2008 | 77690 | 1 | |
| The car has had problems with: cv joints, control arms and needed a new transmission. now there is a recall on the transmission cable. *tr | |||