2013 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013 Audi A8 has 4 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is 2013-2014 A8 4.0T Turbo Coolant-Line Seepage - TSB 2036167/2 / Action 21F7. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen 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
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.
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.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013 Audi A8 has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2013-2014 A8 4.0T Turbo Coolant-Line Seepage - TSB 2036167/2 / Action 21F7, 2010-2015 A8 MMI3G+ Freeze, Reset or Blank Startup - Software Check Required, 2013-2015 A8 3.0 TFSI 1-3 Second Cold-Start Timing-Chain Rattle - Diagnosis Required. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2013 Audi A8 has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: 2013-2014 A8 4.0T Turbo Coolant-Line Seepage - TSB 2036167/2 / Action 21F7. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
Audi TSB 2036167/2 applies to 2013 A8 4.0T vehicles with VIN serial 000001-027858 when coolant is low and black residue or crust is found at the turbocharger coolant-pipe connections. Audi also ran service action 21F7 for certain VIN-eligible 2013-2014 A8/S8 4.0T vehicles whose t… Severity: high.
Audi TSB 2030465/12 covers 2010-2015 A8 vehicles with MMI3G+ Navigation, PR code 7T6, for software-group-dependent conditions including random freezes or resets, a blank screen after startup, a stuck splash screen, slow response and listed audio, navigation or Bluetooth complaint… Severity: medium.
Audi TSB 2039995/2 covers 2013-2015 A8 vehicles with the 3.0 TFSI engine when a rattle is heard from the rear timing-chain area for approximately one to three seconds after the first start of the day. Audi attributes the noise to an upper timing-chain tensioner and expressly stat… Severity: low.
On adaptive-cruise-equipped 2011-2018 Audi A8 vehicles, ACC may be unavailable and the distance-regulation controller may store C110BF0, adaptive cruise control sensor restricted view. Audi identifies environmental obstruction, sensor contamination, bumper or bracket influence an… Severity: low.
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