2004 Audi A8 / S8 Audi A8 / S8 2004

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2004 Audi A8 / S8 repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (32%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (5%)

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2004 Audi A8 / S8 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Audi A8 / S8 4dr Sedan, ext.

330-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

110000 mi

US $1500
Replaced ABS module and front brakes 
270000 mi

US $250
Worn front pads & rotors replaced.  
61550 mi

US $93
ABS module replaced. EPC light, compressor removed and replaced. 
49000 mi

US $219
Parking brake warning light was on although there did not appear to be anything wrong. After a day at the dealer, they could not find anything wrong. Reset fixed the problem thus far. Could have been a bad connection at the motor. 
44000 mi

US $750
Rear caliper replacement 
96000 mi rear right e-brake motor  
154000 mi

US $250
Passenger side electric parking brake motor stopped working 

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2004 Audi A8 / S8 Brake Problems

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