2024 Audi Q8 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
83/100
#2 most-complained of 7 Q8 years
The 2024 Audi Q8 has a Complaint Index of 83 and ranks 2nd worst among 7 model years, earning an Avoid verdict relative to other Q8 years. Electrical System issues drive 52% of complaints, with 3 recalls on record.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 83.5
- 82 city / 86 hwy
Top 2024 Audi Q8 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System12 (52%)
- Brakes8 (35%)
- Engine4 (17%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras4 (17%)
- Other3 (13%)
- Structure & Body2 (9%)
- Steering1 (4%)
What owners report
- Owners report the 12V battery and charging relay failing, leaving the vehicle unable to move and requiring a tow.
- Power windows retract or lower themselves automatically while being closed, described as a distraction and safety hazard.
- Drivers report sudden loss of power to the wheels at highway speed with no response from the accelerator.
- The automatic pre-sense braking system triggers unexpected hard stops during low-speed left turns with no real hazard present.
- Some owners describe brake vibration and shudder along with repeated rotor and pad replacements shortly after purchase.
- One owner reported a recall repair part was not available and the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable repair timeframe.
2024 Audi Q8 recalls
3 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 24V251000Apr 3, 2024Airbags91 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passenger
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
- 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.
2024 Audi Q8 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 82 MPG
- Highway
- 86 MPG
- Combined
- 83.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $925
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- 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.
2024 compared with other Q8 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Audi Q8 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2024 Q8 a Complaint Index of 83, the 2nd highest (worst) among the 7 Q8 model years tracked, resulting in an Avoid verdict relative to other Q8 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Audi Q8?
- Electrical System issues make up 52% of complaints (12 of 23), followed by Brakes at 35% (8 complaints) and Engine and Collision Avoidance & Cameras each at 17% (4 complaints).
- Does the 2024 Audi Q8 have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2024 Q8, covering Collision Avoidance & Cameras (rearview camera software) and two Airbags recalls related to seat occupant detection and side airbag mounting.
- How does the 2024 Q8 compare to other Q8 years?
- The 2024 Q8's Complaint Index of 83 is worse than 2020 (50), 2021 (67), and 2023 (33), but better than 2019 (100), which has the highest index among the 7 years.
- Are there any fires or crashes reported for the 2024 Audi Q8?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury reported among the 23 complaints for the 2024 Q8, with no deaths recorded.