2023 Audi Q8 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
33/100
#5 most-complained of 7 Q8 years
The 2023 Audi Q8 has a complaint index of 33, ranking 5th worst out of 7 model years, with a verdict of Good relative to other Q8 years. It has 7 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 18 city / 23 hwy
Top 2023 Audi Q8 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other4 (57%)
- Brakes2 (29%)
- Electrical System2 (29%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (14%)
What owners report
- Owners report the Pre Sense collision braking system engaging erroneously during normal driving, including one case at about 35 mph.
- Some drivers describe the dash flashing warning signals and the screen going completely black when the collision system misfires.
- Owners report the brake pedal randomly failing to respond, which can prevent the vehicle from starting or shifting out of park.
- Some owners say rear brake lights fail to respond along with the unresponsive brake pedal, raising collision concerns.
- Owners describe an ear-piercing noise from the front brakes when backing up after the car has sat for a period of time.
2023 Audi Q8 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V900000Dec 19, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras356,894 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers 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.
- NHTSA 23V868000Dec 20, 2023Airbags1,001 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
2023 Audi Q8 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 18 MPG
- Highway
- 23 MPG
- Combined
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,000
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2023 compared with other Q8 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Audi Q8 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaints and recalls, the 2023 Audi Q8 has a complaint index of 33 and ranks 5th worst out of 7 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other Q8 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q8?
- NHTSA complaints point to Brakes and Electrical System as the top problem areas, each accounting for 29% of complaints, followed by Collision Avoidance & Cameras at 14%.
- Does the 2023 Audi Q8 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2023 Audi Q8: one for a rearview camera software error and one for an improperly mounted driver's seat side airbag. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2023 Q8 compare to other Q8 years?
- The 2023 Q8 has a complaint index of 33, much lower than the 2019 Q8's index of 100 and the 2024 Q8's index of 83, both rated Avoid.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Audi Q8?
- The EPA rates the 2023 Audi Q8 at 20 mpg combined (18 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,000.