2025 Audi Q8: common problems and reliability
Too new to grade yet.
3 owner complaints, most about engine. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2025 Q8?The 2025 Audi Q8 has 3 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine and air bags.
Safety record for the 2025 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2025 Audi Q8 vehicles (US, public record).
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Is 2025 a good year for the Q8?
Across the 7 Q8 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 2 (2023) to 109 (2019). With 3 complaints, the 2025 Q8 sits below 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 2025 Q8
seat belts:front:anchorage
Campaign 25V777000Volkswagen 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.
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."
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.
Owner insights cover all generations of the Q8. See the full Q8 owner picture and every model year.
Other Q8 model years
Compare every Q8 year side by side to see how 2025 ranks against the rest.
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