Audi A8 owners have reported 6 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat heater/cooler (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seats problems | |
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems | |
| Front Seat Head Restraint problems |
After water damage to the bottom level of the seat an electrical fire started. It burned through and melted the plastic facing on the right side of the seat near the seat adjustment mechanism releasing toxic fumes we have so far been unable to abate. Read details...
The contact owns a 2000 Audi A8. The contact stated that the passenger side seat heater caught fire while he was in the vehicle. He turned off the heat switch and the fire extinguished. Through the internet, he discovered more issues regarding the same failure. The VIN was unknown. Read details...
The head restraint would take up 35 to 40 % of the rear window. Read details...