What's Wrong with the 4th Generation (2019–2020) S8?

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Common 2019-2020 Audi S8 Problems

Some of the worst issues 4th generation S8 owners have to deal with.

  1. Start-Stop Defects

    There are multiple problems with Audi's start-stop technology that outweigh the modest fuel efficiency gains. Owners complain that the system will shut off the power steering and brake systems at dangerous times and cause the accelerat The …

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  2. What Are We Missing?

    We know there's more problems than this. Let us know which one you'd like to see us cover next.

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4th Generation (2019–2020) S8 Key Numbers

  1. 2 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

Recent 4th Generation (2019–2020) S8 News

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