Buying a used 2021 Audi Q8? Check these 7 recalls first
The 2021 Audi Q8 has 7 recalls in this group, addressing rear axle lock nuts, rear axle alignment verification, rear belts that may not secure child seats, fuel pump failure, reverse camera problems, and instrument display failure. Axle and restraint documentation are central, with camera and display checks also warranted. Its 30 owner complaints are unverified reports, including ELECTRICAL SYSTEM with 13, ENGINE with 6, POWER TRAIN with 5, and FUEL SYSTEM with 4.
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.
- Request rear axle lock nut remedy and alignment verification records.
- Verify rear seat belt and fuel pump recall completion.
- Demonstrate reverse camera and instrument display operation.
- 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 2021 Audi Q8
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi rear axle lock nut may break | Suspension | high |
| Audi and VW rear belts may not secure child seats | Seat Belts | high |
| Audi Q7 and Q8 fuel pump may fail | Fuel System, Gasoline | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may not have been checked | Tires | medium |
| Audi backup camera screen may go blank in reverse | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Audi Models: Instrument Panel Display May Fail | Electrical System | medium |
| Audi rearview camera may fail to show image | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
30 complaints filed for this model year. 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | Yes |
| Engine | 6 | None found |
| Power Train | 5 | None found |
| Fuel System | 4 | Yes |
| Steering | 3 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 3 | None found |