2019 Audi Q8: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Q8 years.
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109 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 5 recalls.
Should I buy a 2019 Q8?The 2019 Audi Q8 has 109 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and power train.
Safety record for the 2019 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2019 Audi Q8 vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2019 a good year for the Q8?
Across the 7 Q8 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2023) to 109 (2019). With 109 complaints, the 2019 Q8 sits above the model's median of 23.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2019 Q8
steering
Campaign 20V149000Volkswagen 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.
suspension:front:shock absorber
Campaign 19V114000Volkswagen 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.
fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Campaign 22V516000Volkswagen 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.
back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Campaign 25V900000Volkswagen 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."
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lane departure:software
Campaign 26V125000Volkswagen 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.
What owners say across generations
Mixed sentiment with a clear generational divide. The gasoline-powered Q8 (2019-2024) receives praise for its striking coupe-SUV styling, high-quality and comfortable interior, spacious cabin, and refined driving dynamics.
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