2024 Audi SQ8 Problems: 4 Known Issues

2024 Audi SQ8 Problems: 4 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls5 recalls

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

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

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 SQ8 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Audi SQ8 has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 2023-2024 SQ8 Driver-Seat Side-Airbag Mount Recall 69GA (23V868), 2020-2026 SQ8 Rearview Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900), 2020-2025 SQ8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi SQ8 reliable?

The 2024 Audi SQ8 has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: 2023-2024 SQ8 Driver-Seat Side-Airbag Mount Recall 69GA (23V868) and 2020-2026 SQ8 Rearview Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900). 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.

How much does it cost to fix common Audi SQ8 problems?

Repair costs for known Audi SQ8 issues range from $800 to $3,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

What is the 2023-2024 Audi SQ8 2023-2024 SQ8 Driver-Seat Side-Airbag Mount Recall 69GA (23V868)?

NHTSA recall 23V868 covers VIN-selected 2023-2024 Audi SQ8 vehicles that may have been assembled with the driver-seat side airbag mounted incorrectly in the seatback frame. The filing lists 109 SQ8 vehicles and states that there is no warning before a crash. If deployed from the… Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2026 Audi SQ8 2020-2026 SQ8 Rearview Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900)?

Certain 2020-2026 SQ8 vehicles are included in NHTSA recall 25V900 / Audi 90TV because a software issue can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying. The amended filing lists 11,590 SQ8 vehicles, but eligibility depends on VIN and the installed parts and software rather… Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2025 Audi SQ8 2020-2025 SQ8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6?

Audi TSB 2059363/6 applies to air-suspension-equipped 2020-2025 SQ8 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.

What is the 2020-2024 Audi SQ8 Adaptive Air Suspension Compressor and Air Spring Failures?

The SQ8's sport-calibrated adaptive air suspension (4M chassis) develops the same failures as the SQ7: air spring leaks, compressor burnout, valve block faults, and height sensor failures. The SQ8's coupe-SUV styling results in a slightly lower center of gravity than the SQ7, but… Repairs typically run $800-$3,500. Severity: medium.

2024 Audi SQ8 Problems: 4 Known Issues

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2023-2024 Audi SQ8: 2023-2024 SQ8 Driver-Seat Side-Airbag Mount Recall 69GA (23V868)#

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2020-2026 Audi SQ8: 2020-2026 SQ8 Rearview Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900)#

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2020-2025 Audi SQ8: 2020-2025 SQ8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6#

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi SQ8 problems?

Is the Audi SQ8 reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Audi SQ8 problems?

What is the 2023-2024 Audi SQ8 2023-2024 SQ8 Driver-Seat Side-Airbag Mount Recall 69GA (23V868)?

What is the 2020-2026 Audi SQ8 2020-2026 SQ8 Rearview Camera Software Recall 90TV (25V900)?

What is the 2020-2025 Audi SQ8 2020-2025 SQ8 Air-Suspension J1135 Communication Fault - TSB 2059363/6?

What is the 2020-2024 Audi SQ8 Adaptive Air Suspension Compressor and Air Spring Failures?