2022 Audi SQ8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 6, 2026 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SQ8 years
Not enough data 1st of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Audi SQ8. That is the most of any SQ8 model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 75%). There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Audi SQ8 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine3
Forward Collision Avoidance1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine375%———
Forward Collision Avoidance125%———
Vehicle Speed Control125%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 2 complaints
2023: 1202312025: 1202512026: 220262

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Audi SQ8 recalls (3)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraDec 19, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit; back over prevention:display functionOct 26, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V806000 · 6,076 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraOct 20, 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V825000 · 2,857 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

About a year ago, right after the warranty period was over, the water pump and related had to be replaced and car would not run right. This water pump is a well known issue with audi and had a recall already. My car was the year after but it happens to almost everyone at around 50-55k miles. This…

Engine · received May 6, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11736200

Excessive Engine Oil Consumption. Audi Corp is attempting to rebuild the engine vs replacement leading to increased customer risk and downtime. My SQ8 has been in the shop for 250 days due to serval rebuild attempts with the dealer requesting a new engine and Audi denying forcing the rebuild even…

Engine · received Feb 10, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11717057

Water pump failure at 52,000 miles. Many other reporting same issue. Previous model years covered in a recall. This 2022 is not but should be with all the same complaints out there.

Engine · received Aug 21, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11682137

These vehicles are equipped with an automatic start/stop feature to save gas. This feature automatically turns off the engine when stopped at lights, traffic, etc. the problem is that once you apply the accelerator, it can take up to ~5 seconds for the vehicle to start moving and depending on how…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Sep 29, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11547256

Other Audi SQ8 years

← 2021 SQ8 · 2023 SQ8 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 SQ801
2025 SQ802
2024 SQ822
2023 SQ822
202243
2021 SQ836
2020 SQ811

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Audi SQ8?

Owners most often report engine, forward collision avoidance, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Audi SQ8?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Audi SQ8 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SQ8 model years, the 2022 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.