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2014 Audi A8 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

80/100

#4 most-complained of 16 A8 years

The 2014 Audi A8 ranks 4th worst of 16 model years, with a Complaint Index of 80 and 18 complaints, most tied to the engine. NHTSA lists 5 recalls, including turbocharger oil strainer blockage and fuel line leaks, giving it an Avoid verdict relative to other A8 years.

Complaints
18
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
21
17.5 city / 28 hwy

Top 2014 Audi A8 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Engine12 (67%)
  2. Fuel System3 (17%)
  3. Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (11%)
  4. Steering2 (11%)
  5. Visibility & Wipers2 (11%)
  6. Brakes1 (6%)
  7. Electrical System1 (6%)
  8. Lane Departure1 (6%)
  9. Other1 (6%)
  10. Transmission & Powertrain1 (6%)

What owners report

  • Turbo failure with engine stalling, sometimes preceded by a gurgling noise and an EPC warning light.
  • Sudden loss of power and steering while driving, with the engine stalling without warning.
  • Turbo coolant leak paired with a PCV valve leak, triggering the check engine light and limiting power.
  • Windshield or sunroof water leaks that soak interior electrical modules and reduce visibility.
  • Fuel system contamination from metal shavings leading to fuel pump, injector, and fuel line failure.
  • Sunroof motor noise described as loud and mechanical, occurring while idle or driving.
2014 Audi A8 complaints: complaints filed per month6Jan 2019Oct 2019Feb 2020Jul 2020Sep 2021Feb 2022Oct 2024
26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2019 to Jul 2025; peak May 2021 (6).

2014 Audi A8 recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 22V178000Mar 23, 2022Engine26,093 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

    Risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

  2. NHTSA 20V397000Jul 7, 2020Structure & Body12,964 vehicles

    Structure:body:hood

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The seal around the engine compartment may come loose and contact hot engine components.

    Risk: If the seal contacts hot engine components, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install a retaining plate to prevent the engine compartment seal from loosening. The recall began September 4, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 51G6.

  3. NHTSA 19V057000Jan 28, 2019Fuel System8,985 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous and leak fuel.

    Risk: Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of fire.

    Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will install a fuel pressure damper, free of charge. The recall began February 21, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BM.

See all 5 recalls for the 2014 Audi A8 →

2014 Audi A8 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17.5 MPG
Highway
28 MPG
Combined
21 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,800
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2014 compared with other A8 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Caution5311121
2013Avoid10049621
2014Avoid8018521
2015Avoid9331522
2016Caution6011422

All Audi A8 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Audi A8 a good year to buy?
It is one of the weaker years for the A8. NHTSA data gives it a Complaint Index of 80 and a rank of 4th worst out of 16 model years, so it's rated Avoid relative to other A8 years.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A8?
Engine problems dominate, accounting for 12 of 18 complaints (67%), mostly turbo failures and stalling reported around a median of 57,534 miles. Fuel system issues make up another 17% of complaints.
Does the 2014 Audi A8 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2014 A8, covering a turbocharger oil supply strainer blockage, an engine compartment seal that can contact hot components, two separate fuel supply line leak issues, and a sunroof glass panel replacement.
How does the 2014 A8 compare to other A8 years?
The 2013 A8 has the highest Complaint Index at 100, and 2015 is close behind at 93; 2014's index of 80 places it worse than most other years like 2011 (73), 2012 (53), and 2021 (40).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.