Just returned from the Update/recall for the R8. There were eight items included in the campagin. The major item is the update of the engine & transmission management software. In addition, a number of other items were address including servicing and updating the filler panels on the small side windows (noise related), servicing the side blades (noise related), Servicing upper trim (noise related), servicing the radio (noise related, install cushion), replacing a breather hose and a couple of other service related items.

RESULTS: The R-Tronic shifts even better than it did before it went in. Smoother shifts both up and down. Launch power is slightly reduced making the R8 move even quicker through reduced cluth slippage. This new software is a winner in my book!

The wind noise items didn't bother me, but must have generated significant customer input because the cabin is now void of any wind noise. Usually a recall is something that one does not realize a benefit from. This one is pronounced in its benefit to the consumer. Kudos to the AoA R8 team!

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