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 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 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

Engine not specified

78000 mi

£80
Gear drive for MMI screen is failing. Need to obtain parts. 

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 4dr Sedan, ext.

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

103500 mi

US $50
Replaced Hood Struts 
62620 mi

C $350
Windshield washer distribution tubing failed and had to be replaced. 
100000 mi

US $685
MMI Screen would not open. Replaced gear assembly 
75600 mi

US $424
Driver's door autoclose was not working. Dealer replaced door latch. 

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 4dr Sedan

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

71000 mi Trunk Lid would not latch correctly. Recurring problem. 
38000 mi Trunk hinge repair. 2 auto door closers replaced. Airbag problem. 

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2006 Audi A8 / S8 4-door

turbocharged 8-cylinder diesel automatic AWD

93080 mi

$25
I had the front plastic "splash cover/shield" under the engine come loose due to the attachment points in both fender liners breaking. Cost me 25EUR to have a shop bolt it back up. 
89040 mi

$400
Gear for operating MMI screen up/down broken. Replaced with complete 2nd hand unit bought off ebay. 

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