2019 Audi Q8 vs 2021 Audi Q8
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Audi Q8 | 2021 Audi Q8 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 108 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,352 | 1,313 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 7,015 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q8 | Audi Q8 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 43 | 13 |
| Power Train | 43 | 5 |
| Engine | 32 | 6 |
| Steering | 11 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 5 |
2019 Audi Q8
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.