2019 Audi Q8 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Audi Q8.

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Complaints
167
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2019 Audi Q8 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#143 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:4,647 mi
#242 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:9,600 mi
#329 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:4,389 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Audi Q8.

Transmission / Drivetrain
43
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,647
Electrical Faults
42
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
9,600
Engine Problems
29
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,389
Steering Defects
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
4,000
Fuel System
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
8,130
Unintended Acceleration
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
418
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Audi Q8

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~408,220 vehicles.

26V125000Lane Departure:software
~1,620 affected

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.

25V900000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~356,894 affected

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."

22V516000Fuel Pump
~49,443 affected

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.

20V149000Steering
~229 affected

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.

19V114000Suspension:front:shock Absorber
~34 affected

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.

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2019 Audi Q8 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Audi Q8 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2019 Audi Q8 has 167 NHTSA complaints, 2 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 43 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Audi Q8?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (43 complaints, avg 4,647 mi); Electrical Faults (42 complaints, avg 9,600 mi); Engine Problems (29 complaints, avg 4,389 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Audi Q8?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 6,086 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Audi Q8?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Audi Q8 include 2 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Audi Q8 have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 408,220 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Audi Q8?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2019 Audi Q8 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Audi Q8 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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