2021 Audi Q8 vs 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Audi Q8 | 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 28 | 73 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,290 | 207 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q8 | Jeep Grand Cherokee L |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 13 | 25 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 17 |
| Steering | 2 | 15 |
| Power Train | 4 | 12 |
| Engine | 6 | 8 |
| Seats | 0 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4 |
| Suspension | 0 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2021 Audi Q8
2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L
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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.