Audi R8 Type 42 — Reliability

Type 42 2009–2015 1 engine

Reliability Summary

Engine 5.0/5.2 V10 — 58/100 CAUTION
Known Issues 2

Engine in this model

CAUTION 58

5.0/5.2 V10

5.0/5.2 V10 NA (BUH/BSM)

S6/S8 C6, R8 V10 NA. Lamborghini-shared V10. Carbon buildup on DI variants. Timing chain (complex). ...

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Known Issues Across All Engines

Issue Engine Severity Onset
Carbon buildup (DI variants) 5.0/5.2 V10 high 60,000 km – 120,000 km
Ignition coil failure (10 coils) 5.0/5.2 V10 moderate 40,000 km – 80,000 km