2025 Audi Q8 recalls

2 safety recalls, 4 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
4Complaints
1Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2025 Audi Q8 recall list

Back Over Prevention recall

25V-900
December 20, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
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."
Safety 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.

Seat Belts recall

25V-777
November 13, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.
Safety risk
A seat belt that is missing a rivet may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 692K. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 14, 2025.

2025 Audi Q8 owner complaints

4 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System1
Structure1
Engine1
Unknown or Other1
Air Bags1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

Recent complaints

October 26, 2026Electrical SystemStructure

My Audi is having a central locking malfunction and my newborn has been repeatedly trapped in the backseat due to the door not being able to open. Audi of Chattanooga was made aware and they said the part they need to fix it is on back order and that was over two months ago and this is a huge safety concern. This malfunction has happened multiple times since I purchased the vehicle brand new in February 2025 but it wasn’t a concern until I had a newborn in the backseat and this is unacceptable.

July 14, 2026Engine

On July 4, 2026 in the early evening, I was driving in the HOV lane of the freeway when the engine abruptly lost power. There was a warning light that came onto the dashboard but I did not see what it said as I was solely concerned about moving safely off to the shoulder in moderate traffic. Once I pulled to the shoulder, I restarted the vehicle and was able to drive home safely. What put my wife and I in great danger was the vehicle losing power without warning when driving on the freeway and having to navigate safely to the shoulder in traffic without having acceleration power. I took the vehicle into the Audi Ontario dealer on July 6 for a rearview camera recall notice and to address the

April 22, 2026Unknown or Other

I am writing to formally document an urgent and ongoing safety issue with my new Audi Q8 (VIN [XXX] rrently has fewer than 1,100miles. On my recent visit to my local Audi authorized dealer's service department (Tuesday, 4/21/2026), I brought the vehicle in for a “central lock malfunction” warning and was advised that the issue had been resolved. However, the next morning the same error reappeared. This warning has been present intermittently, beginning the day I purchased the vehicle at 0 miles. More critically, this malfunction is affecting the driver-side door’s ability to open from the inside. On multiple occasions, I have been unable to exit the vehicle without repeated attempts. This pr

February 17, 2026Air BagsForward Collision AvoidanceCrash

The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q8. The contact stated that while driving at 25-30 MPH, she crashed into the rear of a pick-up truck towing a boat on a trailer. The contact did not notice that the vehicle in front was coming from a stop, which caused the accident. During the crash, the engine of the boat detached, causing damage. The contact was concerned that the Audi Pre Sense Front Braking feature failed to engage, which could have prevented a crash. The air bags did not deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries. No medical attention was required. The insurance company was notified of the incident, and the inspection was pending. A dealer was contacted and was informed to call the man

2025 Audi Q8 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2025 Audi Q8 SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2025 Audi Q8: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 15.9%.

2025 Audi Q8 recall FAQ

Does the 2025 Audi Q8 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 Audi Q8. The most recent, filed December 20, 2025, concerns the back over prevention.

What are the most common 2025 Audi Q8 problems?

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (1 reports), followed by structure.

Is the 2025 Audi Q8 safe?

The 2025 Audi Q8 earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 Audi Q8?

Contact any authorized Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.