2019 Audi Q8 Problems: 7 Known Issues

2019 Audi Q8 Problems: 7 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls6 recalls

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

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.

Campaign #25V77700012/11/2025

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."

Campaign #25V90000019/12/2025

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."

Campaign #23V86800020/12/2023

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign #21V82500020/10/2021

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Campaign #22V80600026/10/2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi Q8 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2019 Audi Q8 has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2019-2026 Q8 Rearview-Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900), 2019 Q8 Front Shock-Absorber Fork Recall 40O4 (19V114) - Check VIN, 2019-2021 Q8 V6 Fuel-Delivery-Module Recall 20DR (22V516). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi Q8 reliable?

The 2019 Audi Q8 has 7 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: 2019-2026 Q8 Rearview-Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900) and 2019 Q8 Front Shock-Absorber Fork Recall 40O4 (19V114) - Check VIN and 2019-2021 Q8 V6 Fuel-Delivery-Module Recall 20DR (22V516). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2019-2026 Audi Q8 2019-2026 Q8 Rearview-Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900)?

Certain 2019-2026 Audi Q8 vehicles are included in NHTSA recall 25V900 / Audi 90TV because driver-assistance software can prevent the rearview-camera image from displaying. A missing rearview image reduces visibility while reversing and increases crash risk. Eligibility depends o… Severity: high.

What is the 2019 Audi Q8 2019 Q8 Front Shock-Absorber Fork Recall 40O4 (19V114) - Check VIN?

Certain 2019 Audi Q8 vehicles are covered by Safety Recall 40O4 / NHTSA 19V114. Audi states that a front shock-absorber fork may crack, allowing the shock absorber to loosen and the tire to contact the wheel housing, which can affect steering control and increase crash risk. Only… Severity: high.

What is the 2019-2021 Audi Q8 2019-2021 Q8 V6 Fuel-Delivery-Module Recall 20DR (22V516)?

Certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8 V6 vehicles are covered by NHTSA recall 22V516 / Audi 20DR. A component inside the fuel-delivery module can break and damage the pressure-regulator sealing membrane. The emissions-control warning usually illuminates, and rough running or a no-start can o… Severity: high.

What is the 2019-2024 Audi Q8 2019-2024 Q8 Starter-Alternator Service Action 27BQ - Check VIN?

Audi Service Action 27BQ includes certain 2019-2024 Q8 vehicles equipped with a 48V belt starter-alternator. Audi states that an affected unit can inhibit start-stop operation and increase emissions while stopped, while emissions remain within certification standards. Model year… Severity: medium.

What is the 2019-2024 Audi Q8 2019-2024 Q8 V6 Coolant-Pump Leak Diagnosis - TSB 2070349/4?

Audi TSB 2070349/4 applies to 2019-2024 Q8 V6 TFSI vehicles with coolant loss, a coolant warning or an engine warning when the coolant pump is suspected. Audi requires precise leak confirmation: a small trace in the drip cup can be normal and dried deposits at the vacuum connecti… Severity: medium.

What is the 2019-2021 Audi Q8 2019-2021 Q8 Water Entry from Sunroof Area - TSB 2056944/10?

Audi TSB 2056944/10 applies to 2019-2021 Q8 vehicles when water drips from the headliner area. Audi requires inspection of four possible paths: a blocked, pinched or kinked drain hose or outlet; a detached or malformed roof-opening seal; incorrect glass-panel adjustment; or water… Severity: medium.

What is the 2019-2025 Audi Q8 2019-2025 Q8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6?

Audi TSB 2059363/6 applies to air-suspension-equipped 2019-2025 Q8 vehicles when the instrument cluster reports an air-suspension malfunction and suspension control unit J775 stores C1260F0 for no communication or U112100 for a missing message, both with symptom code 262400. The… Severity: medium.

All 7 Known Issues

2019 Audi Q8: 2019 Q8 Front Shock-Absorber Fork Recall 40O4 (19V114) - Check VIN#

2019-2025 Audi Q8: 2019-2025 Q8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6#

2019-2026 Audi Q8: 2019-2026 Q8 Rearview-Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900)#

2019-2021 Audi Q8: 2019-2021 Q8 V6 Fuel-Delivery-Module Recall 20DR (22V516)#

2019-2024 Audi Q8: 2019-2024 Q8 Starter-Alternator Service Action 27BQ - Check VIN#

2019-2024 Audi Q8: 2019-2024 Q8 V6 Coolant-Pump Leak Diagnosis - TSB 2070349/4#

2019-2021 Audi Q8: 2019-2021 Q8 Water Entry from Sunroof Area - TSB 2056944/10#

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