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2020 Audi Q8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
3
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
28
Latest campaign
Dec 19, 2025

Recall summary by component3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Back over prevention1Dec 19, 2025
Fuel system, gasoline1Jul 20, 2022
Power train1May 13, 2020

Safety recalls3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Dec 19, 2025Latest campaign
Dec 19, 202525V900000

Back over prevention: sensing system camera

A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V900000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V900000 · Dec 19, 2025
Jul 20, 202222V516000

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V516000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V516000 · Jul 20, 2022
May 13, 202020V272000

Power train: automatic transmission cooling unit and lines

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 20V272000
What's wrong
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).
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 20V272000 · May 13, 2020
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component28

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
28Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Engine829000
Electrical system621000
Forward collision avoidance518100
Unknown or other311000
Fuel system311000
Gasoline311000
Fuel/propulsion system311000
Back over prevention27000
Power train27000
Steering27200
Visibility/wiper14000
Lane departure14000
Service brakes14000
Engine and engine cooling14000
Structure14000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Electrical system

    “I am reporting a recurring problem with the front passenger-side window on my 2020 Audi Q8. This issue began when the vehicle was approximately two years old and has continued intermittently.”

    Filed 09/07/2026 · ODI 11762522
  • Engine

    “I am reporting an ongoing cooling-system/water-pump issue with my 2020 Audi Q8, approximately 75,000 miles. The problem began when the vehicle repeatedly displayed a low-coolant warning.”

    Filed 08/22/2026 · ODI 11758701
  • Forward collision avoidance

    “I am reporting a severe safety hazard on my 2020 Audi Q8 directly caused by the software update for NHTSA Recall 25V900 (Audi 90TV).”

    Filed 06/10/2026 · ODI 11743298

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2020 Audi Q8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2020 Audi Q8 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2020 Audi Q8. The most recent, 25V900000 (reported December 19, 2025), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Audi Q8?

Engine is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 28 filed with NHTSA (29%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 Audi Q8?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Audi recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Audi dealer.

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