Audi Q8 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 202 owner complaints and 16 safety recalls on file for the Audi Q8, across 8 model years (2019–2026). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (109). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi Q8 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Q8 year: 2019, 2021. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2019 Q8: 109 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2021 Q8: 30 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2020 Q8: 28 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi Q8 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 78 | 6 | 2 |
| Engine | 50 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 50 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 17 | 4 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 15 | 6 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Audi Q8 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Q8 | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2025 Q8 | 3 | 2 | 5★ | Air Bags | |
| 2024 Q8 | 23 | 3 | 5★ | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
| 2023 Q8 | 7 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2022 Q8 | 2 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2021 Q8 | 30 | 7 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Q8 | 28 | 3 | 5★ | Engine | More complaints than other years |
| 2019 Q8 | 109 | 5 | 5★ | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi Q8 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2019 (109), 2021 (30) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Q8 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi Q8?
Electrical System, with 78 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi Q8 have?
16 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.