2007 Audi A8 Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026
Ranks 1st of 12 A8 years we score.
- Owner complaints
- 7
- Per 10,000 cars
- 13.7
- 5,104 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- 0.40×
- same age, 1× is average
- Serious outcomes
- 1
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 2
- NHTSA crash rating
- –
Should You Buy the 2007 Audi A8?
Yes. Our reliability score for the 2007 Audi A8 is 81 out of 100, which rates Excellent. Owners reported about a third as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 1st of the 12 A8 years we score.
The most reported problem is the sunroof or shade, mostly parts breaking or coming apart (3 of 7 complaints). 1 of the 7 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.
It has 2 recalls. For comparison, the 2006 scores 81.
Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- Excellent reliability score of 81
- About a third of the problems of the average car its age
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
Cons
- Sunroof: parts breaking or coming apart3 complaints
How the 2007 A8 Earned Its Score
Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score
| Item | Vs average | Points lost |
|---|---|---|
| Starting score | 100 | |
| Serious problems | 0.30× | −8 |
| Everyday problems | 0.63× | −6 |
| Problems in the last two years | Not counted | – |
| Recalls | 0.74× | −5 |
| Score | 81 |
Problems in the last two years are not counted for the 2007 A8. If it were exactly average, its 5,104 cars would draw about 0.2 complaints in two years at this age, too few to compare. Their 30% moves to serious and everyday problems, which count for 80% of this score instead of 50%.
What Owners Report
We read all 7 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Audi A8, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first.
Sunroof: parts breaking or coming apart
3 complaints (43%)
Parts breaking or coming apart. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome. Median mileage when it started: about 116,000 miles.
Reported Once (4)
Show the 4 problems reported once
- Airbag warning light
- Screen and audio: stopped working
- Accelerator pedal: sticking or stiffness
- Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking
How the 2007 Audi A8 Compares With Other Years
The other A8 years of the 2nd generation (D3), 2004 to 2010, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Good | 74 | 0.83× | 29.5 | 1 | Cooling system: a leak |
| 2010 | Not scored | – | – | 15.4 | 1 | – |
| 2009 | Not scored | – | – | 34.4 | 1 | Sunroof: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2008 | Not scored | – | – | 43.7 | 1 | Sunroof: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2007 This year | Excellent | 81 | 0.40× | 13.7 | 2 | Sunroof: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2006 | Excellent | 81 | 0.43× | 11.1 | 2 | Floor mat retention: sticking or stiffness |
| 2005 | Good | 79 | 0.51× | 11.2 | 1 | – |
| 2004 | Good | 74 | 0.82× | 26.1 | 1 | Unintended acceleration (cause not stated) |
| 2003 | Not scored | – | – | 21.2 | 1 | – |
2007 Audi A8 Recalls
Two recalls cover the 2007 Audi A8. The most recent was issued in June 2016: “Sunroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.
Sunroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle
If the glass detaches from the sunroof frame it could be come a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 16V415000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Jun 9, 2016. By the fourth quarter of 2017, 42% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Air Bag Control Module Software Update
However, both the air bag warning light in the instrument cluster as well as the 'passenger air bag off' telltale in the center of the instrument panel will illuminate and provide visual warning to the driver. If the case of a frontal crash, the passenger side front air bag would not deploy which could cause injury to the seat occupant.
NHTSA 06V454000Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 30, 2006.
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2007 A8, from its two recalls and the problems owners report most.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Sunroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle NHTSA 16V415000
- Air Bag Control Module Software Update NHTSA 06V454000
On the Test Drive
- Look for water stains or damp carpet, and test the sunroof.
Ask the Seller
Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.
- Sunroof or shade
- Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.
Before You Pay
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
- Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
- Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.
What to do next