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2024 Audi Q8 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2024 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 23
Latest campaign: Apr 15, 2026

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Air bags	2	Apr 3, 2024	24V251000 23V868000
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	Apr 15, 2026	26V240000
Back over prevention	1	Dec 19, 2025	25V900000
Service brakes, air	1	Jun 10, 2024	24V428000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Apr 15, 2026Latest campaign


Apr 15, 202626V240000	Service brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V240000 What's wrong Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Audi E-Tron Quattro, 2020-2023 Audi E-Tron Sportback, 2024 Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron, SQ8 E-Tron, and SQ8 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from the brake booster. Risk Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and tighten the pushrod screw joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 46P7. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V621. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 17, 2026. Filed under Q8 Sportback E-Tron Campaign NHTSA 26V240000 · Apr 15, 2026
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. Filed under Q8 Campaign NHTSA 25V900000 · Dec 19, 2025
Jun 10, 202424V428000	Service brakes, air: supply hoses, lines/piping, and fittings Reduced braking ability can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V428000 What's wrong Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2024 Audi Q8 Sportback E-Tron Quattro and Q8 E-Tron Quattro vehicles. The brake line connection may have been over-tightened and fail, resulting in a brake fluid leak and reduced braking ability. Risk Reduced braking ability can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47DE. Filed under Q8 E-Tron, Q8 Sportback E-Tron Campaign NHTSA 24V428000 · Jun 10, 2024
Apr 3, 202424V251000	Air bags: sensor occupant classification A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 24V251000 What's wrong Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag. Risk A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU. Filed under Q8 Campaign NHTSA 24V251000 · Apr 3, 2024
Dec 20, 202323V868000	Air bags: side/window An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 23V868000 What's wrong Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection." Risk An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA. Filed under Q8 Campaign NHTSA 23V868000 · Dec 20, 2023

Merged from NHTSA model names: Q8 Sportback E-Tron, Q8, Q8 E-Tron. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.

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 component23

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

23Complaints filed

1Involving a crash

1Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Electrical system	12	52	1	1	1
Service brakes	8	35	0	0	0
Forward collision avoidance	4	17	1	1	1
Vehicle speed control	3	13	1	1	1
Unknown or other	3	13	0	0	0
Structure	2	9	0	0	0
Engine	2	9	0	0	0
Steering	1	4	0	0	0

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
“Electrical vehicle started displaying electrical malfunction issue since December 2025, at the time Audi San Juan said there was not fix available at the time.”
Filed 09/14/2026 · ODI 11764233
Electrical system
“While traveling on a major freeway between 65mph and 70mph, vehicle alarms started sounding and numerous alarm / warning messages appeared on the dashboard display, while at the same time, the automatic door opening…”
Filed 08/14/2026 · ODI 11757026
Electrical system
“On [XXX] about [XXX], I was driving my 2024 Audi Q8 e-tron Premium Plus (VIN [XXX]) in a private parking garage while on the clock for work. I had just left a work meeting and was traveling back to my office.”
Filed 08/12/2026 · ODI 11756593

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2024 Audi Q8 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2024 Audi Q8 have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2024 Audi Q8. The most recent, 26V240000 (reported April 15, 2026), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2024 Audi Q8 recalls for?

The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Others: service brakes, hydraulic (1), back over prevention (1), service brakes, air (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Audi Q8?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 12 complaints out of 23 filed with NHTSA (52%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2024 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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