Is the Audi S8 Reliable?
2013–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Audi S8 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | — | — | 80 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2018 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the S8 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The S8 scores 20 points above the average luxury — a strong result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Audi S8 reliable?+
The Audi S8 scores 90/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 12 recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year S8 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 S8 achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 1 recall and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a S8 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Audi S8 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used S8 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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