2015 Audi S8: common problems and reliability
One of the weaker S8 years.
6 owner complaints, most about engine. 4 recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 S8?The 2015 Audi S8 has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 4 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and power train.
Safety record for the 2015 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2015 Audi S8 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other S8 years only. How we score it
Is 2015 a good year for the S8?
Across the 8 S8 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2021) to 13 (2013). With 6 complaints, the 2015 S8 sits about the same as the model's median of 6.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2015 S8
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 18V430000Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles. The fuel supply line for the high pressure fuel pump may become porous over time, resulting in a fuel leak.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Campaign 19V057000Volkswagen 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.
structure:body:hood
Campaign 20V397000Volkswagen 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.
engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Campaign 22V178000Volkswagen 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.
What owners say across generations
Owner sentiment is strongly positive regarding the vehicle's core proposition as a high-performance luxury sedan, described as a "sleeper rocket with insane comfort" and "the best balance of comfort and performance possible." The twin-turbo 4.0L V8 (EA825) engine and ZF 8-speed automatic transmission are very frequently praised for their robust performance, smooth power delivery, and proven long-term reliability when properly maintained, with multiple reports of trouble-free operation beyond 100,000 miles, even on tuned vehicles.
Owner insights cover all generations of the S8. See the full S8 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used S8 listings typically run $25,275–$65,999.
Other S8 model years
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