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NHTSA model-year recall report

2005 Audi A8 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Aug 31, 2006

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Audi A8 average of 2.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Air Bags › Frontal, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2005 Audi A8 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 06V324000

Air Bags › Frontal

Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC

Reported Aug 31, 2006

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DURING PRODUCTION OF THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIR BAG, THE AIR BAG MAY NOT UNFOLD PROPERLY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH AND THEREFORE MAY NOT INFLATE AS DESIGNED.

Safety consequence

LOSS OF FRONTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT COULD OCCUR WHICH CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY IN A FRONTAL CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIR BAG FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Audi A8 model years

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2005 Audi A8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2005 Audi A8 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2005 Audi A8. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2005 Audi A8?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology