2023 Audi S8 Safety Report

The 2023 Audi S8 currently presents a very limited safety data picture due to its newness, with 0 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported to NHTSA. This lack of data makes it difficult to assess common complaint patterns or long-term reliability from a consumer perspective. However, the vehicle has been subject to two significant safety recalls. One recall addresses a software error that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash due to reduced visibility behind the vehicle. The second recall pertains to the front-passenger air bag, where an incorrectly folded occupant protection flap could lead to deployment with excessive force, increasing the risk of injury, particularly to children or smaller occupants. NHTSA has not yet published overall, frontal, side, or rollover crash test ratings for the 2023 Audi S8, meaning its crashworthiness performance is currently unrated by this agency. While the absence of consumer complaints is positive, it's largely attributable to the vehicle's recent market introduction. The two recalls, particularly the airbag issue, highlight potential manufacturing or design flaws that could impact safety in specific scenarios. Prospective buyers should be aware of these recalls and ensure all necessary repairs have been completed. The lack of crash test data means consumers cannot rely on NHTSA's independent assessment of its crash protection capabilities at this time. The overall safety picture is therefore incomplete, with known recall-related risks but no reported consumer issues or crash test performance data.

Our recommendation: Given the lack of consumer complaints but the presence of two significant safety recalls, ensure all recall repairs are completed before purchase. Be aware that NHTSA crash test ratings are not yet available for this model.