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Audi Q8 2024

Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD AWD

Specifications

Engine
3,000 cc
6
Cylinders6
DrivetrainAWD
Body styleStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

IIHS
Results · 4 door suv · Top Safety Pick
🇺🇸 Local data
Small overlap frontGood
Moderate overlap front: original testGood
Moderate overlap front: updated testMarginal
Side: updated testGood
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NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2024 Audi Q8 SUV AWD
🇺🇸 Local data
★★★★★overall
Frontal impact★★★★★
Side impact★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
13.8 L/100 km
Highway
10.2 L/100 km
Combined
12.4 L/100 km
Emissions
285 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

3 campaigns🇺🇸 Local data
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 25V900000 · 2025-12-19 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER 24V251000 · 2024-04-03 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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.

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW 23V868000 · 2023-12-20 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

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.

Common problems

23 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-09-14 · NHTSA

Electrical vehicle started displaying electrical malfunction issue since December 2025, at the time Audi San Juan said there was not fix available at the time. Finally I was told that an issue fix was available, took it back in May and they said it was fixed but it wasn't. Waited for another appointment available fo…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE 2026-08-14 · NHTSA

While traveling on a major freeway between 65mph and 70mph, vehicle alarms started sounding and numerous alarm / warning messages appeared on the dashboard display, while at the same time, the automatic door opening mechanism (e-latch system) unlatched and partially opened the driver’s side door. The partial opening …

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE Crash 1 injured 2026-08-12 · NHTSA

On [XXX] about [XXX], I was driving my 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Premium Plus (VIN [XXX]) in a private parking garage while on the clock for work. I had just left a work meeting and was traveling back to my office. I was backing out of a parking space next to a concrete column when my passenger-side mirror contacted the col…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-08-01 · NHTSA

2024 Audi Q8 e-tron, VIN [XXX], [XXX]. Vehicle has had four documented electrical/drive system malfunctions in 12 months, all tied to high heat. We regularly drive our [XXX] child in this vehicle and no longer feel safe doing so. XXX: Electrical system malfunction warning while driving. Taken to Audi dealer. XXX: Sa…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-07-13 · NHTSA

Opened passenger door, then closed it. Door would not latch and could not be closed or secured despite numerous attempts. Had to tie door shut via interior to safely get vehicle to repair shop. No warning or error lights came on besides door ajar warning. The handles and locking mechanism on this q8 etron have alread…

SERVICE BRAKES 2026-03-23 · NHTSA

While operating my 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron at 30 mph, I attempted to slow the vehicle to make a turn. Upon pressing the brake pedal, the regenerative braking system failed to engage properly, and the expected deceleration did not occur. The brake pedal felt very soft and the vehicle continued to move forward with nearly …

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 2026-03-18 · NHTSA

CHARGING SYSTEM DEFECT: The manufacturer-supplied portable charger (rated 9.6kW at 240V/40A) delivers only 7.4kW — a 23% shortfall. The authorized dealer confirmed this measurement in March 2026 but refused to repair, stating "no issues." The charging rate also degrades over time without manual reset. The vehicle als…

STRUCTURE 2026-03-06 · NHTSA

Hello, I would like to bring the below serious safety concern to your attention which will likely require a recall to be performed: I brought my vehicle to an Audi dealership (Audi of North Austin, TX, USA) and physically demonstrated the issue, which is that the INTERIOR door handle (on all doors) will NOT unlatch…

SERVICE BRAKES 2026-03-05 · NHTSA

Brake rotors warped around 33k miles under standard operating conditions. Manufacturer refused to replace under warranty. On an EV, this is completely unacceptable mileage to replace brakes (should last 70-100k or more). Research shows others with this model encountering similar issues. There must be a defect with t…

SERVICE BRAKES 2026-02-24 · NHTSA

Two years of break issues where the breaks shudder badly on and off - whole breaking system was replaced and problem still occurs to the point my wife won't drive the car because of the shuddering - audi deny the problem even though they replaced all the braking system - its a well known design fault - Audi has to tak…

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2026-01-22 · NHTSA

Owner: Jyima Ofori-Atta Vehicle: 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron (55) VIN: WA15AAGEXRB031696 Current Mileage: Approximately 6,335 miles Dealer: Audi Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, CA Lease Start Date: February 1, 2025 Car charging issue I recently received my vehicle back from service following an extended stay related to recurring cha…

SERVICE BRAKES 2025-12-09 · NHTSA

Whenever the physical brakes are engaged during daily "brake cleaning" during the first mile of driving, or whenever the regenerative brakes do not engage, or when the physical brakes are engaged under heaving braking where the regenerative braking system's braking capacity is exceeded, the vehicle shudders as the bra…

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