Audi · Q8 · 2025
2025 Audi Q8
2
Recalls
1
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2025 Audi Q8 has 2 recalls and 1 owner-reported complaint on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: air bags,forward collision avoidance (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
- Vehicle
- 2025 Audi Q8
- Recalls
- 2
- Complaints
- 1
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
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This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
15.9% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 25V777000December 11, 2025
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 692K. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 14, 2025.
NHTSA ID: 25V900000Unknown date
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."
Remedy Status
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.
Owner Complaints
1 totalAIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASHFeb 13, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q8. The contact stated that while driving at 25-30 MPH, she crashed into the rear of a pick-up truck towing a boat on a trailer. The contact did not notice that the vehicle in front was coming from a stop, which caused the accident. During the crash, the engine of the boat detached, causing damage. The contact was concerned that the Audi Pre Sense Front Braking feature failed to engage, which could have prevented a crash. The air bags did not deploy. The contact did not sustain any injuries. No medical attention was required. The insurance company was notified of the incident, and the inspection was pending. A dealer was contacted and was informed to call the manufacturer. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,700.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi Q8 have?
The 2025 Audi Q8 has 2 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2025 Audi Q8?
NHTSA has received 1 owner-reported complaint for the 2025 Audi Q8.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2025 Audi Q8?
The 2025 Audi Q8 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Audi Q8?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2025 Audi Q8 are air bags,forward collision avoidance (1 reports).
Does the 2025 Audi Q8 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 2 recalls on record for the 2025 Audi Q8. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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