2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2008

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (40%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (13%)

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

35400 mi Door window regulators failed 
36500 mi

£1000
Amplifier failure 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD

12400 mi

€150
I replaced keyless-entry sensors for both doors. 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

27900 mi

€450
Window lifter/regulator failed after lowering window. 1 month outside warranty. 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

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

31400 mi

A $450
Refrigerant temperature sensor changed, Refrigerant re-gassed 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD

102700 mi

US $1700
Unknown 
40538 mi Adaptive Headlight problem. Headlights constantly moving up & down 
48000 mi Two LEDs in the Driver side headlight were burnt out. Also, engine cowl cover had split. Dealer replaced headlight & cowl cover under warranty. 
75300 mi

US $1000
Air Bag Warning Light was on. Dealer replaced passenger seat sensor & TSB for wiring connections. Car would not start sometimes due to faulty clutch switch. Dealer replaced faulty clutch switch. Above repairs performed under warranty. I had dealer replace original battery because it was 5 years old and the door lock sensors would not always work right. 
70500 mi

US $85
and broken fuel door motor. Luckily these were all covered under the extended warranty. 
91000 mi

US $500
No air coming out of defroster vent even though fan motor running on high. Technician discovered that the ventilation duct assembly unit was non-functioning and needed replacement Air bag sensor module was recalled and replaced Passenger side window regulator broke as it would not hold window in place and had to be replaced. 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

63740 mi Recall repair. Replacement of Airbag Control Module. 

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2008 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Electrical Problems

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