2017 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 2017 Audi S8 has 2 documented known issues, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is 2013-2017 S8 Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer / Stall Risk - Recall 22V178. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof, manufactured March 12, 2013, through July 15, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a standard sunroof glass panel that may shatter.
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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2017 Audi S8 has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2013-2017 S8 Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer / Stall Risk - Recall 22V178, 2013-2018 S8 Warm-Soak Long-Crank or No-Start - Fuel Diagnosis Required. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2017 Audi S8 has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: 2013-2017 S8 Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer / Stall Risk - Recall 22V178. 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.
NHTSA recall 22V178 / Audi 21H7 covers certain 2013-2017 S8 vehicles. Carbon or deposits can block the turbocharger oil-supply strainer, reducing bearing lubrication. Bearing wear can allow the turbine wheel to contact the housing or the shaft to break, causing loss of power or e… Severity: high.
Audi TSB 2046724/5 covers sporadic warm-engine no-start or long cranking after the vehicle sits without fully cooling. A rich-mixture DTC may occur, but often there is no DTC. Audi’s procedure distinguishes fuel in the oil from a short-trip profile, ECM software, high-pressure in… Severity: medium.
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