Audi SQ8 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 12 owner complaints and 10 safety recalls on file for the Audi SQ8, across 7 model years (2020–2026). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (4). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Audi SQ8 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SQ8 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most 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 SQ8 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi SQ8 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 SQ8 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2025 SQ8 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2024 SQ8 | 2 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2023 SQ8 | 2 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2022 SQ8 | 4 | 3 | — | Engine | |
| 2021 SQ8 | 3 | 6 | — | Power Train | |
| 2020 SQ8 | 1 | 1 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi SQ8 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (4), 2021 (3), 2024 (2). 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 SQ8?
Engine, with 5 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi SQ8 have?
10 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.