Buying a used 2020 Audi Q8? Check these 3 recalls first
Three recalls: a transmission fluid leak that can slick the road behind the vehicle, a fuel pump that can fail, and the rearview camera display issue shared across many Audi years. None is flagged stop-driving or park-outside. Unverified NHTSA complaints total 28, led by engine and electrical reports plus a few on forward collision avoidance; two crashes and no fires or injuries are noted. Volume is far lower than the 2019 Q8's 108.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Inspect under the vehicle for transmission fluid seepage and confirm that recall was closed out
- Verify the fuel pump recall status and ask about any stalling or restart problems
- Check the rearview camera display and the forward collision avoidance system for faults
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 Audi Q8
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q8 transmission fluid leak can make roads slippery | Power Train | high |
| Audi Q7 and Q8 fuel pump can fail | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Audi rearview camera may fail to show image | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
28 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | None found |
| Electrical System | 6 | None found |
| Fuel System | 6 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 5 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 2 | Yes |