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Audi R8 repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (42%)

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

Other (0%)

Chart based on 12 repairs.
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Audi R8 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (36%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (27%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Audi R8 2dr Coupe

525-horsepower 5.2L V10 6-speed automated manual AWD

Audi R8 in California, United States
- Dec 2015
Aug 2015

17767 mi
replaced air distribution box, entire dash removed. Refrigerant drained and refilled. Lumbar motor replaced. 
Dec 2015

18610 mi
hand brake cover replaced under warranty rear speaker vibration. Speakers replaced 

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2011 Audi R8 2dr Coupe

525-horsepower 5.2L V10 6-speed manual AWD

Audi R8 in Florida, United States
Nov 2017 - Oct 2021
Jan 2018

29000 mi

US $600
Valve in AC system replaced 

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2011 Audi R8 2dr Convertible

525-horsepower 5.2L V10 6-speed automated manual AWD

Audi R8 in Alberta, Canada
Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
May 2018

17360 mi

C $8100
Front magnetorheological shocks failed. Replaced, and alignment done. 
Audi R8 in Virginia, United States
Jun 2017 - Dec 2019
May 2017

61000 mi

US $250
Tire pressure sensory replaced 
Aug 2017

65000 mi

US $250
One of the valves that opens and closes the cold air malfunctioned so the driver's side blew hot but the passenger side blew cold. All but $250 covered by extended warranty. Full cost was about $1400. 
Jan 2018

67000 mi

US $250
Coolant expansion tank failed 

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2010 Audi R8 2dr Coupe

525-horsepower 5.2L V10 6-speed manual AWD

Audi R8 in British Columbia, Canada
- Jan 2014
Dec 2013

16120 mi

C $18000
Both ECU's Replaced. Took 1 month Engine wiring harness replaced 
Jan 2014

17360 mi

C $5000
Front magnetic shocks replaced 

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2008 Audi R8 2dr Coupe

420-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD

Audi R8 in New Jersey, United States
- Apr 2008
Apr 2008

256 mi

US $20000
Replaced entire transmission as vehicle was unable to seat 3rd gear due to unmatched synchros. As an act of good faith Audi replaced entire transmission. 

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Audi R8 Repair Histories

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