2019 Audi Q8 Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Audi Q8.
Worst 2019 Audi Q8 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Audi Q8.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 43 | — | — | 4,647 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 42 | — | — | 9,600 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 29 | — | — | 4,389 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 11 | — | — | 4,000 mi | |
| Fuel System | 10 | — | — | 8,130 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 6 | — | — | 418 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2019 Audi Q8
5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~408,220 vehicles.
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.
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."
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.
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.
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?
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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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