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2019 Audi Q8: Recalls, Complaints & Safety Ratings

5Safety recalls
107Owner complaints
5★NHTSA overall
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The 2019 Audi Q8 has 5 NHTSA safety recall campaigns and 107 owner complaints on file, with an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Check a specific VIN to confirm whether recalls apply, whether repairs were completed, and what to verify before you buy.

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Safety record reviewed June 2026 · sourced from NHTSA

The 2019 Audi Q8 has 5 safety recall campaigns and 107 owner complaints on file with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it earned an overall 5-star NHTSA crash-test rating. Below is the public model-level safety record. To see whether a specific Q8 had applicable recalls repaired and what its decoded VIN says, run that car's VIN.

Safety recalls

1

STEERING

Campaign 20V149000 · 16/03/2020

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.

RiskA sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
RemedyVolkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
2

SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

Campaign 19V114000 · 20/02/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.

RiskLoose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
RemedyAudi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
3

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Campaign 22V516000 · 20/07/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.

RiskFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
4

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Campaign 25V900000 · 19/12/2025

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."

RiskA rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers 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.
5

LANE DEPARTURE:SOFTWARE

Campaign 26V125000 · 04/03/2026

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.

RiskThe driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.
RemedyDealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.

What owners complain about

The systems 2019 Audi Q8 owners report most often to federal regulators:

Electrical System43
Power Train43
Engine31
Steering11
Fuel10
Propulsion System10

NHTSA crash-test ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Overall★★★★★

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Audi Q8 have any recalls?

Yes. The 2019 Audi Q8 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns associated with this model year. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer when the exact VIN is affected. Check your specific VIN to confirm applicability and completion.

What problems do 2019 Audi Q8 owners report?

Owners have filed 107 complaints with the NHTSA for the 2019 Audi Q8, most often about the electrical system, power train, engine.

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