Verdict
2025 Audi Q8: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 Audi Q8 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 2 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 89% of 2025 SUVs. Air Bags leads the reports (50%). 2 safety recall campaigns on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
2
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
2
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
74
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 89% of 2025 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Air Bags issues lead owner complaints (50% of 2 reports), followed by unknown or other (50%).
Share of all 2 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11718553.
Recalls(2)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Seat BeltsDec 2025 · 25V777000Details +Close −
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.
Risk: 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 became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 14, 2025.
Back Over Prevention · 25V900000Details +Close −
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."
Risk: 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, 2025.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2025 Audi Q8 SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q8 Sportback e-tron quattro (20 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 77 | 80 | 78 |
| Q8 e-tron quattro (20 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 77 | 80 | 78 |
| Q8 Sportback e-tron quattro (21 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 73 | 75 | 74 |
| Q8 e-tron quattro (21 inch wheels) | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 73 | 75 | 74 |
| Q8 quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 17 | 23 | 19 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2025 Audi Q8: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 Audi Q8?
Owners filed 2 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 Audi Q8 — fewer complaints than 89% of comparable 2025 SUVs, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 Audi Q8?
The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (50% of complaints) and unknown or other (50%).
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi Q8 have?
2 recalls have been issued that affect the 2025 Audi Q8, covering components such as seat belts. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi Q8 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Audi Q8 between 19 and 78 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.