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2024 Audi S8

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 S8.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2024 Audi S8 comes with an automatic transmission and returns an EPA‑estimated 15 city, 24 highway, and 18 combined mpg. Owner‑reported data shows 19 total complaints for this model year, with service brakes identified as the top concern and three recalls issued. In the broader complaint history spanning 2003 through 2026, the 2024 total surpasses the previous peak of 13 complaints recorded in 2013 and is far above the low of one complaint in 2021. This uptick suggests the current model year is experiencing a higher volume of reported issues than any prior year in the dataset.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy15/24/18 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 06M115331A. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06M115331A alt 06M115441G
Engine air filter4N0129620C
Spark plug0P2905601
Battery000915089AC
Front wiper blades4N1998002 alt 4N1998002B
Thermostat0P2121115E alt WHT008508
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length203.9 in
Overall width76.8 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase118.1 in
Curb weight5313 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)55/45

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined15 / 24 / 18 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume111 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the S8 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

3.2–3.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 3.20 sec — 2020 L Quattro Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2022Quattro Sedan 4.0L Twin-Turbo V83.70 sec12.20 sec563 hpAWD
2020L Quattro Sedan 4.0L Twin-Turbo V83.20 sec11.60 sec563 hpAWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Audi S8 shows a total of 13 complaints, with the highest frequencies in service brakes (6) and electrical systems (6), as well as one reported fire. This marks a sharp increase in complaints compared to the 2017-2021 period, where annual complaints remained between 0 and 1. While the 2021 model experienced a peak in recalls (8) and TSBs (1,106), the 2024 model's complaint volume mirrors the high levels seen in 2013. The data does not specify the root causes for these 2024 issues, but the trend improves by 2026, which shows 0 complaints. Due to the spike in electrical and brake complaints and the reported fire, this is not a good year to buy.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
803
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
19
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’03’07’08’09’13’14’15’16’17’18’20’21’26

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 19 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes6
Electrical System5
Electrical System,Engine1
Structure1
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1
Unknown Or Other1
Unknown Or Other,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1
Steering,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

23V868000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 20/12/2023

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at…

24V251000Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front PassengerReported 03/04/2024

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron… Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 803 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2079747_22026-06-30StructureThis bulletin provides information regarding various complaints about front or rear door…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2065960_62026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when the display of the Audi virtual cockpit is…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Engine oil filter 06M115331AEngine air filter 4N0129620CSpark plug 0P2905601Battery 000915089AC

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2024 S8 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S8 get?

EPA figures are 15 city / 24 highway / 18 combined mpg.