NHTSA Recall Check

2020 Audi Q8 Recalls

NHTSA reports 3 open safety recalls for the 2020 Audi Q8. All recall repairs are free at any authorized Audi dealer, regardless of mileage or ownership.

Open Recalls for the 2020 Audi Q8

20V272000Reported 13/05/2020

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).

Consequence

If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38C7.

Source: NHTSA campaign 20V272000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

22V516000Reported 21/07/2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Summary

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.

Source: NHTSA campaign 22V516000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

25V900000Reported 20/12/2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Summary

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."

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, 2025.

Source: NHTSA campaign 25V900000 via nhtsa.gov/recalls

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How to Get a Recall Repaired

  1. Confirm the recall applies to your specific Audi Q8 by checking the VIN above.
  2. Note the NHTSA campaign number from the recall details.
  3. Call any authorized Audi dealer and reference the campaign number.
  4. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the dealer must perform the recall remedy at no cost regardless of vehicle age or owner.
  5. Bring the vehicle to the appointment. Most recall repairs take 1-3 hours; some require parts to be ordered first.

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