2006 Audi A8 / S8 Audi A8 / S8 2006

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (15%)

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (20%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (30%)

$100 - $499 (10%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Audi A8 / S8 4dr Sedan, ext.

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

145000 mi

US $3100
Timing belt replacement 
56000 mi

US $2600
Thermostat, needs front end taken off $1100. So replaced timing belt and water pump while front already off,added $1500 
103000 mi

US $685
Check engine light revealed bank one and two oxygen sensors not operating correctly. Replaced and also changed oil and windshield wipers. 
109000 mi

US $885
Replaced fuel sensor - second time for this issue - first time they replaced two air flow sensors. 
114000 mi

US $800
Replaced sensor Replaced sensor 
125000 mi

US $1000
Problem with throttle body 
150200 mi

US $330
Replaced sensor 
76000 mi

US $600
The radiator had a small leak and had to be replaced. This was done during the 75,000 service 

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 4dr Sedan

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

42000 mi Thermostat replaced. 
145000 mi

US $1600
Stupid plastic pipe that connects the oil cooler and block 

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 Engine Problems

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