2026 Audi Q8 Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026
scored
Too new for a score. Here is what owners and NHTSA have reported so far.
- Owner complaints
- 0
- Per 10,000 cars
- 0.0
- 6,719 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- –
- Serious outcomes
- 0
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 1
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5★
- overall, out of 5
Should You Buy the 2026 Audi Q8?
It is too new to judge. The 2026 Audi Q8 has 0 owner complaints and 1 recall so far. We expect a first provisional score around July 2027.
The 2023 Q8, from the same generation, scored 79 and rated Good. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
It has 1 recall. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests.
Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
- 5-star NHTSA overall crash rating
Cons
None stand out.
Why There Is No Final Score Yet
Too new to score. First provisional score expected around July 2027.
So far there are 0 owner complaints, 0 with a serious outcome, and 1 recall. Early counts are not enough to judge a model year. The automaker's production report for it is not complete yet.
It is the same generation as the 2023 Q8, which scored 79 and rated Good. That is a useful guide, not a guarantee.
How the 2026 Audi Q8 Compares With Other Years
The other Q8 years of the 1st generation, 2019 to 2026, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 This year | Too new | – | – | 0.0 | 1 | – |
| 2025 | Not scored | – | – | 2.8 | 2 | – |
| 2024 | Not scored | – | – | 3.9 | 3 | Door latches: not opening or unlocking |
| 2023 | Good | 79 | 0.54× | 5.4 | 2 | Brakes: stopped working |
| 2022 | Good | 74 | 0.74× | 10.2 | 4 | Alternator or charging failure |
| 2021 | Caution | 65 | 1.3× | 20.3 | 8 | Alternator or charging failure |
| 2020 | Caution | 64 | 1.8× | 35.2 | 3 | Cooling system failure |
| 2019 | Caution | 61 | 2.8× | 62.5 | 5 | Alternator or charging failure |
2026 Audi Q8 Recalls
One recall covers the 2026 Audi Q8. It was issued in December 2025: “Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows whether it is still open on a given car.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 25V900000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Dec 19, 2025. By the second quarter of 2026, 58% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
NHTSA Crash Test Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2026 Q8 ratings on NHTSA.gov.
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Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2026 Q8, from its recall.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA 25V900000
Ask the Seller
- Ask for the service records, especially oil changes.
Before You Pay
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
- Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
- Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.
What to do next