Recall 13V448 affects 1,120 2013-2014 Audi A8 and S8 vehicles for sunroof glass that can shatter. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 1,120 2013-2014 S8 and A8 vehicles equipped with a standard sunroof because the glass panel can shatter. If the glass breaks while the vehicle is in use, falling glass can injure the driver or passengers and distract the driver; the dealer repair will be free once Audi makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The standard sunroof on the 2013-2014 Audi S8 and A8 is a glass panel set into the roof opening. In normal use, it seals the cabin from weather while letting light into the vehicle, and the glass is expected to stay intact during ordinary driving.
On the affected vehicles, that standard sunroof glass panel is the defective part. Audi's recall identifies the failure as shattering of the glass panel, meaning the panel breaks suddenly instead of remaining in one piece. The record does not give a separate root cause, so the owner-facing problem is the glass itself and its risk of breaking.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on noise, looseness, or a visible crack to decide whether the vehicle is included.
Who's affected?
Covers A8 and S8 sedans from the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the sunroof assembly.
| 2014 Audi S8 | visibility component |
|---|---|
| 2013 Audi S8 | visibility component |
| 2014 Audi A8 | visibility component |
| 2013 Audi A8 | visibility component |
| Units affected | 1,120 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the sunroof glass breaks while driving, falling glass can injure the driver or passengers. It can also distract the driver and increase crash risk. Schedule the recall repair soon, and keep occupants away from loose glass if the panel breaks. Repair will be free at any franchised Audi dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Audi S8 or A8 is included in this recall.
- Check for an owner notice from Audi. Letters were mailed on October 21, 2013.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer and ask whether the free sunroof glass-panel replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V448 and Audi campaign 60B6/1L when you call.
- Keep passengers away from the sunroof area until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician replaces the standard sunroof glass panel covered by the recall. The remedy on file identifies the replacement as free of charge, with parts and labor covered by the recall. Because the current remedy status is not listed in the input, confirm availability with an Audi dealer before planning the visit. If the repair is not open for your VIN yet, the dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| September 23, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 21, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V448?
Recall 13V448 covers 1,120 2013-2014 Audi S8 and A8 vehicles with a standard sunroof glass panel that can shatter. Broken glass can injure occupants or distract the driver, increasing crash risk. Audi dealers replace the sunroof glass panel for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Audi S8 or A8 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V448. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the sunroof glass panel replacement. Reference recall 13V448 or Audi campaign 60B6/1L when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost. Audi dealers will replace the sunroof glass panel free of charge, including parts and labor, for vehicles included in recall 13V448.
Is it safe to drive my Audi S8 or A8 before the sunroof repair?
The recall filing does not include a do-not-drive instruction. The risk is falling glass if the sunroof panel breaks while the vehicle is moving, which can injure occupants or distract the driver. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair with an Audi dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V448000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-822-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V448 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V448000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →