Known Recalls

Model year record

2022 Audi R8

1 recall campaign on file for this model year. No owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V225000

Power train: manual transmission: lubricant

Component
Power train: manual transmission: lubricant
Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Vehicles affected
8
Reported to NHTSA
2022-04-06
Owners notified
2022-04-22

Defect description

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.

Safety risk

Clutch slippage can cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash. A transmission oil leak in the presence of hot exhaust components can increase the risk of fire.

Manufacturer 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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

No complaints recorded for this model year.

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.