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2006 Audi A8 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2006 Audi A8. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2006 Audi A8 recalls, newest first

November 30, 2006NHTSA 06V4540005,902 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal

Summary
On certain vehicles where a weak battery exists, it is possible that a low voltage condition could cause the air bag control unit to improperly set a fault code. If this occurs, the passenger side frontal air bag will become deactivated. 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.
Consequence
If the case of a frontal crash, the passenger side front air bag would not deploy which could cause injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will update the air bag control module software. The recall began on December 5, 2006. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

November 16, 2005NHTSA 05V5220001,530 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, a wiring harness condition exists that may deactivate the passenger side frontal air bag even under circumstances when it should remain activated.
Consequence
If this condition occurs, both the air bag warning light in the instrument cluster and the "passenger air bag off" telltale in the center of the instrument panel will properly illuminate. Consequently, the passenger side frontal air bag would not deploy in the case of a frontal crash.
Remedy
Dealers will modify the wiring harness free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2005. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-822-2834.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2006 Audi A8 with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system2
  2. Vehicle speed control2
  3. Exterior lighting1
  4. Fuel system1
  5. Gasoline1

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Questions

Does the 2006 Audi A8 have any recalls?
2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: air bags. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2006 Audi A8 recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2006 Audi A8?
6 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.