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US recalls (3)
Back over prevention: sensing system, camera
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 and remedy
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.
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump
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 and remedy
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.
Power train: automatic transmission, cooling unit and lines
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 and remedy
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.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Visual system
2025-12-19 · campaign 2025-713
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the rearview camera software.
Fuel system
2022-07-20 · campaign 2022-384
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the fuel delivery module inside the fuel tank could fail. If this happens, the engine may run rough or may not start. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving.
Note: This problem could cause the emission control system warning light to turn on.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will contact owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel delivery module.
Powertrain
2020-05-13 · campaign 2020-207 · 93 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a transmission fluid pipe was not properly welded. As a result, the pipe may leak transmission fluid.
Safety Risk:
A transmission fluid leak on the roadway could create a hazard for others by making the road slippery.
Corrective Actions:
Audi Canada will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect and replace the defective transmission fluid pipe, if necessary.
Owner complaints (28)
Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Audi Q8 (2 crashes reported). Among 7 model years of this model, it ranks #3 for the most complaints (median 23).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 8 | |
| Electrical system | 6 | |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 3 | |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 | |
| Unknown or other | 3 | |
| Power train | 2 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2020 Audi Q8.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2020 Audi Q8 SUV AWD | 5★ | 5★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2020 Audi Q8 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Q8 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 17 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.