Question 1

Is the Audi Q8 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Audi Q8 has 292 total NHTSA complaints across 5 model years. The most reliable years are 2023 (9 complaints), 2024 (27 complaints). Years to avoid: 2019 (174 complaints), 2021 (45 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Audi Q8 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2019, 2021 Audi Q8. The 2019 model has the most complaints (174) with the top issue being TRANSMISSION.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Audi Q8?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Audi Q8 are 2023 (9 complaints), 2024 (27 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2024	27	Complaint Regarding Brake Safety Issue – 2024 Audi...	Above Average
2023	9	There is a pulsating/fluttering noise coming from ...	Excellent Reliability
2021	45	Oct 15, 2022 lights began flashing. Electrical Mal...	Below Average
2020	37	THE VEHICLE'S START STOP SYSTEM OR TRANSMISSION SE...	Average
2019	174	THE AUTO STOP/START SYSTEM ON THE AUDI Q8 PRESENTS...	Avoid This Year

Audi Q8 — All Years

Audi Q8 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid