Before buying a used 2021 Audi R8, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
A 0–100 grade from public NHTSA data — higher means fewer reported problems. How it's calculated
2021 Audi R8 Coupe 2 DR RWD
2021 Audi R8 2 DR AWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
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No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| R8 — Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 18.1 L/100 km (13 mpg) | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
| R8 2WD — Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) |
| R8 Spyder — Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 18.1 L/100 km (13 mpg) | 11.8 L/100 km (20 mpg) | 14.7 L/100 km (16 mpg) |
| R8 Spyder 2WD — Auto (AM-S7), 10 cyl, 5.2 L | 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) | 10.2 L/100 km (23 mpg) | 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 R8 Spyder and 2021-2022 R8 Coupe vehicles. The gearbox may have an insufficient amount of transmission oil, which can lead to clutch slippage, and in certain driving situations, a transmission oil leak.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and correct the transmission oil level, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 37O1.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.