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2026 Audi S8 Problems: 1 Known Issue

2026 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Audi S8 has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is 2020-2026 S8 Rearview/Top-View Camera Image May Not Display - Recall 25V900. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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On the 2020-2026 Audi S8, nHTSA recall 25V900 / Audi 90TV covers certain 2020-2026 S8 vehicles. Software may not be robust enough to recover a camera communication failure, so the rearview or Top View image may fail during a driving cycle and reduce rear visibility. This record is limited to 90TV and does not combine a dead upper display, Component Protection, the 2021 virtual-cockpit recall 90VC or the separate infotainment-main-unit recall 91Ei.

Common Symptoms

  • Rearview or Top View camera image does not display during a driving cycle

How to Fix

Check the VIN in Audi’s recall/service-campaign lookup and schedule the free 90TV software remedy if open. Use extra care when reversing until repaired and visually check the area around the vehicle. A completely dead or rebooting MMI display, missing instrument-cluster data, wiring fault or hardware failure requires separate diagnosis and must not be attributed to this recall without VIN and symptom confirmation.

Owner tips & cautions

  • WarningUntil repaired, do not rely on the camera image alone when reversing; check surroundings directly and verify 90TV eligibility by VIN.

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NHTSA Recalls3 recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign #25V90000019/12/2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign #22V80600026/10/2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi S8 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Audi S8 has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: 2020-2026 S8 Rearview/Top-View Camera Image May Not Display - Recall 25V900. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi S8 reliable?

The 2026 Audi S8 has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: 2020-2026 S8 Rearview/Top-View Camera Image May Not Display - Recall 25V900. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2020-2026 Audi S8 2020-2026 S8 Rearview/Top-View Camera Image May Not Display - Recall 25V900?

NHTSA recall 25V900 / Audi 90TV covers certain 2020-2026 S8 vehicles. Software may not be robust enough to recover a camera communication failure, so the rearview or Top View image may fail during a driving cycle and reduce rear visibility. This record is limited to 90TV and does… Severity: high.

Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

Data compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, automotive forums, and AI-assisted research. No aggregated owner-report counts available for this vehicle yet.

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2023 S8 and A8 vehicles. During air bag assembly, the front-passenger occupant protection flap of the air bag may not have been folded correctly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Campaign #23V08400015/02/2023

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