2010 Audi A8 Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026
scored
Not enough data to score. Too few were made for a reliable rate.
- Owner complaints
- 1
- Per 10,000 cars
- 15.4
- 649 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 1
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 1
- NHTSA crash rating
- –
Should You Buy the 2010 Audi A8?
We do not score the 2010 Audi A8. Too few were made for a reliable rate, so we show the facts only.
The 2007 A8, from the same generation, scored 81 and rated Excellent. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
It has 1 recall.
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
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
Cons
None stand out.
What Owners Report
We read the one complaint filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Audi A8.
It does not describe a problem with the car.
How the 2010 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 This year | 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 | 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 | – |
2010 Audi A8 Recalls
One recall covers the 2010 Audi A8. It was issued in August 2016: “Coolant Leak May Cause Engine Stall.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows whether it is still open on a given car.
Coolant Leak May Cause Engine Stall
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 16V619000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Aug 24, 2016. By the first quarter of 2018, 83% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2010 A8, from its recall.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Coolant Leak May Cause Engine Stall NHTSA 16V619000
Ask the Seller
- 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.
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