The 2019 Audi Q8 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 408,220 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 174 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. Last updated July 5, 2026.
Recall campaigns
LANE DEPARTURE26V1250002026-03-041,620 affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Consequence
The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.
BACK OVER PREVENTION25V9000002025-12-19356,894 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…
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 searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23,…
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
STEERING20V1490002020-03-16229 affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
SUSPENSION19V1140002019-02-2034 affected
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
Consequence
Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
Complaints by component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
43
1injuries
POWER TRAIN
43
ENGINE
31
STEERING
11
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
10
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
9
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
6
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
3
SUSPENSION
3
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2
Total complaints174
What owners report
Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal
information removed.
“I have experienced multiple events in which the there is a central locking system malfunction which renders the fob, door lock button, and at times, the door handle nonfunctional and effectively traps occupants in the vehicle.”
“My car is a 2019 audi q8 3.0l v6 with only 41,831 miles. My emergency light went on and I brought it my locat audi dealer. The inspection revealed that the coolant pump was leaking internally, contaminating the entire vacuum system with coolant. This is not a maintenance failure or the result of…”
“My car is a 2019 audi q8 3.0l v6 with only 41,831 miles. My emergency light went on and I brought it my locat audi dealer. The inspection revealed that the coolant pump was leaking internally, contaminating the entire vacuum system with coolant. This is not a maintenance failure or the result of…”
“- vehicle: 2019 audi q8, vin [xxx] - recall: campaign 25v900 (90tv), rearview camera software - dealer: audi marin, 700 francisco blvd w, san rafael ca, bar# xxx - what happened: recall attempted april 1, 2026. Technician logged error 005a — communication failure with front driver assistance —…”
“- vehicle: 2019 audi q8, vin [xxx] - recall: campaign 25v900 (90tv), rearview camera software - dealer: audi marin, 700 francisco blvd w, san rafael ca, bar# xxx - what happened: recall attempted april 1, 2026. Technician logged error 005a — communication failure with front driver assistance —…”
“- vehicle: 2019 audi q8, vin [xxx] - recall: campaign 25v900 (90tv), rearview camera software - dealer: audi marin, 700 francisco blvd w, san rafael ca, bar# xxx - what happened: recall attempted april 1, 2026. Technician logged error 005a — communication failure with front driver assistance —…”
“I own a 2019 audi q8. The vehicle was in the dealership’s possession for approximately three (3) weeks for service. During that time, I was not informed of any significant mechanical concerns or issues. After retrieving the vehicle, it displayed an oil pressure warning while in operation. I…”
“Dash delamination: the leather dashboard is experiencing severe delamination and pulling away from the substrate, specifically in the area surrounding the passenger-side airbag. I believe this condition poses two significant safety risks: airbag interference: the detached and warped material may…”
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