repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2024 Audi Q8Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 26 owner complaints about the 2024 Audi Q8, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-251 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Audi Q8 has problems
26 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
9Service brakes
5Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
3Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
2Structure
2Engine
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 14 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2024 Audi Q8 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Air bags: side/window
Risk. An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2024 vs. every other Q8 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Q8 median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2024 Audi Q8 safety ratings
2024 Audi Q8 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Q8 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I purchased the vehicle as a Certified Pre-Owned Audi on XXX, from an authorized Audi dealership in [XXX] and had the vehicle delivered to [XXX], where it is registered. The vehicle has experienced a recurring malfunction in which a door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle and a warning light…
My wife's 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron has a recurring serious safety malfunction involving the Emergency Assist System. While she is actively driving, the system unexpectedly engages, causing sudden braking and dangerous situations that have nearly resulted in multiple accidents. Last week one of these…
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. Finally I was told that an issue fix was available, took it back in May and they said it was fixed but it wasn't. Waited for another…
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