2025 AUDI Q8 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
2
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2025 AUDI Q8
The 2025 AUDI Q8 has received a total of 2 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Air Bags (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2025 AUDI Q8
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2025 AUDI Q8, potentially affecting up to 356,955 vehicles.
Recall 25V900000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 356,894 vehicles affected
Defect: 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."
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 25V777000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
| 61 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2025 AUDI Q8
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2025 AUDI Q8. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Dynamic Brake Supportbrake Assist | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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 manufacturer. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,700.
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 manufacturer. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,700.
Safety Rating for the 2025 AUDI Q8
The 2025 AUDI Q8 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2025 AUDI Q8
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 AUDI Q8. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB_2079971_1 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin advises that the closing trunk via sensor control is not an option.
TSB_2078548_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This TSB provides instructions for the combined baseline updates, and software version management.
TSB_2063236_9 — STRUCTURE:BODY
This TSB provides information regarding varios complaints regarding the front, or rear door lock; DTCs B122D29, B14FF29 or B122B13.
TSB_2073034_8 — POWER TRAIN
This bulletin provides informaion when there is an air suspension system fault, DTC C118D01, Compressor for level control electicalerror.
TSB_2071697_2 — STRUCTURE:BODY
This TSB provides information when there is an insufficient gap width between the tank flap and the side panel.
TSB_2076994_2 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This TSB provides information pertaining to the Valeo 48V starter generator (BSG) DTCs P0A1A00 P19F800.
SM 09-2024 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
A8524272072609_1 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when there is a whistling noise in the vehicle interior when the HVAC blower is active.
A0023752066297_3 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2025 AUDI Q8
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI Q8
- 2020 AUDI Q8 — 34 complaints
- 2021 AUDI Q8 — 40 complaints
- 2022 AUDI Q8 — 1 complaint
- 2023 AUDI Q8 — 7 complaints
- 2024 AUDI Q8 — 21 complaints
- 2025 AUDI Q8 (current)
- 2026 AUDI Q8 — 0 complaints