2019 Audi Q8 Reliability
The 2019 Audi Q8 has 110 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Q8 model years (2019–2021), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Q8's typical year, while the 2020 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
110
NHTSA owner complaints
5
Recall campaigns
1
Complaints citing a crash
0
Complaints citing a fire
2019 Audi Q8 complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 model year, filed between 2019 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 44 | 40% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 43 | 39% |
| Engine | 34 | 31% |
| Steering | 11 | 10% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 10 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 9 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 6 | 5% |
| Suspension | 3 | 3% |
2019 Audi Q8 recalls
5 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2019 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V114000 | Feb 20, 2019 | Suspension — front / shock absorber | 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. |
| 20V149000 | Mar 16, 2020 | Steering | 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. |
| 22V516000 | Jul 21, 2022 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | 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. |
| 25V900000 | Dec 20, 2025 | Backup camera / 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… |
| 26V125000 | Mar 4, 2026 | Lane departure — software | 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. |
How the 2019 compares with nearby Q8 years
Verdicts compare these Q8 model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 (this page) | 110 | 5 | Electrical system | Avoid |
| 2020 | 28 | 3 | Engine | Solid |
| 2021 | 30 | 7 | Electrical system | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2019 Audi Q8
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 5 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2019 Audi Q8 reliability FAQ
Is the 2019 Audi Q8 reliable?
The 2019 Audi Q8 has 110 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about electrical system and powertrain / transmission. Compared with nearby Q8 model years (2019–2021), it rates as a year to avoid: its complaint rate runs well above the Q8's typical year, while the 2020 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2019 Audi Q8 problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Audi Q8 are electrical system (44), powertrain / transmission (43), engine (34), steering (11). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2019 Audi Q8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2019 Audi Q8, including 19V114000 (suspension — front / shock absorber) and 20V149000 (steering). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2019 Audi Q8 compare with the 2018 and 2020 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2020 has 28 complaints and 3 recalls (solid). The 2019 has 110 complaints and 5 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2019 Audi Q8?
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More Audi Q8 research
Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2019 Q8, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.