2024 Audi Q8
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2024
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2024: 24 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 110 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 24 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
12 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
On [XXX] about [XXX], I was driving my 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Premium Plus (VIN [XXX]) in a private parking garage while on the clock for work. I had just left a work meeting and was traveling back to my office.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-12
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and vehicle speed control
Our Audiu Q8 has had a host of safety issues since purchased in December 2023 and we have been denied or delayed on a buyback twice.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-09
Also filed under Forward collision avoidance and vehicle speed control
Electrical vehicle started displaying electrical malfunction issue since December 2025, at the time Audi San Juan said there was not fix available at the time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-14
Service brakes
9 of 24 total reports mention: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
The brake rotors are inproperly engineered and developed warping at brand new thickness, causing dangerous driving condition. The Audi North Austin and Audi South Austin dealer is refusing to replace as they are stating it is normal wear and tear.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-28
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 24 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.
Vehicle speed control
3 of 24 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Structure
2 of 24 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-01-17Air bags23V868000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
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2024-05-08Air bags24V251000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2026-01-14Back over prevention25V900000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2024 Audi Q8 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V868000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V251000 · Air bags
- Recall 25V900000 · Back over prevention
FAQ
- Is the 2024 Audi Q8 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Audi Q8?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 Audi Q8 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.