2021 Audi Sq8 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Audi Sq8.

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Crashes
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Fires
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Injuries
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Recalls
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Worst 2021 Audi Sq8 Problems

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

#12 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

#21 complaints

Electrical Faults

#31 complaints

Suspension Failures

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Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Audi Sq8.

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Recalls for 2021 Audi Sq8

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~648,146 vehicles.

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."

25V201000Electrical System:software · Instrument Cluster
~44,387 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.

22V742000Back Over Prevention:display Function
~170,296 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

22V034000Tires · Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly
~31,058 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

21V606000Seat Belts:rear/other:retractor · Seat Belts
~45,496 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

21V339000Engine
~15 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi SQ7, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 AVANT, and SQ8 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.

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2021 Audi Sq8 — FAQ

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

Is the 2021 Audi Sq8 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2021 Audi Sq8 has 4 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Audi Sq8?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (2 complaints); Electrical Faults (1 complaints); Suspension Failures (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
Does the 2021 Audi Sq8 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 648,146 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 2021 Audi Sq8?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

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

Wider context: See the full Audi Sq8 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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