2012 Audi R8
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Audi R8 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.
2012 Audi R8 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Audi R8 recalls 0
No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Audi R8.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 Audi R8 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2012 Audi R8 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Audi R8 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($99,323) with the same model 4 model-years older ($73,167), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Audi R8 — ranges cover the 6 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 406
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 406.
This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
Bulletin TSB_2074436_3 · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
Bulletin TSB_2069078_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
Bulletin TSB_2069904_3 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
Bulletin TSB_2072304_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
Bulletin TSB_20741717_15 · Visibility/wiper · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
Bulletin TSB_2075120_3 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
Bulletin TSB_2079732_2 · Aug 2026This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00.
Bulletin TSB_2082846_1 · Jul 2026This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.
Bulletin TSB_2073282_1 · Structure · Jul 2026Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the R8 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Audi R8. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
On certain Audi R8 Spyder, the fuel supply line may contact and rub against the heat shield in the engine compartment. This could cause a fuel leak which, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect the fuel line for damage and replace it if necessary. Dealers will also inspect an…
Transport Canada #2011280 · Aug 2011Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Audi R8
The Audi R8 is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006. Production ended in the first quarter of 2024.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2012 Audi R8 trims & engines on record
2012 Audi R8 vehicles on record
2012 Audi R8 4.2 quattroWUAAUAFG1CN002532
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattroWUAENAFG0CN001127
2012 Audi R8 4.2 quattroWUADUAFG6CN002233
2012 Audi R8 4.2 quattroWUAAUAFG2CN001289
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattroWUAENAFG0CN000608
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattro SpyderWUAVNAFG6CN001438
2012 Audi R8 4.2 quattroWUADUAFG6CN002068
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattroWUAENAFG8CN000520
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattroWUAENAFG5CN000796
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattroWUAENAFG4CN000854
2012 Audi R8 5.2 quattro SpyderWUAVNAFGXCN002897