First generation
2019 Audi Q8
The most reported problem on the 2019 Audi Q8 is stalling, with 23 complaints.
- 109owner complaints
- 5recalls
- 1involved a crash
- 15,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 24, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
Problem sheets
No single problem on the 2019 Audi Q8 has enough owner reports for a sheet of its own yet. The counts below still cover every complaint on file.
Is the 2019 Audi Q8 reliable?
The 2019 Audi Q8 has 109 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, less than half the median of 281 for 2019 SUVs on this site. Of the 4 Q8 model years since 2019, it has the most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2020
- At 14 complaints for each year on the road, the 2019 runs 3.4 times the 2020 (4). That's the only adjacent model year with enough complaints to set beside it.
- Top problem
- Stalling leads with 23 of the 109 complaints (21%), ahead of gas pedal delay at 16. Too few of the stalling reports give a mileage to say when it starts.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- Only 2 of the 109 complaints (2%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, well under the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 1 report mentions a crash and 2 people were hurt.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- 5 recalls are on file, but no problem here has enough reports to set against them.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2023 at 32 and have dropped every year since, to 5 in 2025. So far in 2026, 9 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: engine stalls or loses power while driving, 23 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
109 complaints is 2.2 times fewer than the median 2019 model on this site and 2.6 times fewer than the median 2019 SUV. Among the 1 Q8 model years here it ranks 1st for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2019 Audi Q8
Audi filed 1,351 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2019 Audi Q8. 62 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Battery dies or the car will not start 9 bulletins · 9 complaints
This bulletin provides information when there are multiple warnings, and DTC P0ADB00 is stored in the battery management 2 control module.
This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.
7 more on this problem
This bulletin provides information for when there is an electrical or drive system fault, Battery management 2 (48V battery) with DTC P0AA100.
This bulletin provides additional diagnostic instructions for when the vehicle does not start due to a drained 12v battery (A).
This bulletin provides information for when the starter battery is discharged, and the vehicle cannot be started due to the front adjustment seat switch becoming jammed.
This bulletin provides the ODIS test plan for when the vehicle doesn't start, or the ignition cannot be turned on due to a drained 12V battery (A).
This bulletin provides information for when the 48V battery is in a low voltage protection state and will not accept a charge; DTC P0A7D00 is logged.
This bulletin provides information for when the vehicle does not start due to a drained battery.
This bulletin describes the procedure to update software which addresses DTC P0ADB00 in the Battery Management 2 control module.
Engine failure, knocking or rod bearing 2 bulletins · 8 complaints
This bulletin provides information when there is an abnormal engine knocking noise from the engine compartment; V6 3.0L TFSI.
This bulletin provides information when there is a Drive System Malfunction, DTCs related to Knock Sensor P0327, P0332, P0328, P0333 - V6 TFS.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 40 bulletins · 7 complaints
This bulletin provides informaito when Apple CarPlay/Android Auto does not react to touch inputs.
This bulletin provides informatino when the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative or the picture is blurry or fogged up; DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
38 more on this problem
This bulleitn provides information whent here are complaints about route guidance with Navigation.
This bulletin provides information when a customer reports that poor voice quality via bluetooth with iOS 18.0.x - 18.4.x.
This bulletin provides information for vehicles with MIB2+ in instances where the toolbar resets, radio station issues, blue sheen on the map, a privacy pop up, navigation not in cluster, and verious other malfunctions.
Apple CarPlay: general troubleshooting for connection complaints.
This bulletin provides information to check in the event that a customer complains about Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
This bulletin provides information when the overhead view camera (TopView) calibration fails.
This bulletin provides informatin whem the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative (picture is blurry or fogged up), DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
This bulletin provides information when the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative, the picture is blurry or fogged up; DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
This bulletin proves information when the bluetooth does not work, adaption channel deactivated.
This bulletin provides information when the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative, DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
Plus 28 older ones not listed here.
Check engine light or misfire 11 bulletins · 5 complaints
This bulletin provides information when there is an oil leak from the cylinder head - 2.9 and 3.0 TFSI only.
This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system stored in the ECM P030000.
9 more on this problem
This bulletin provides information when the MIL is illuminated, cylinder misfires; P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306
This bulltin provides information for when the MIL, cylinder misfires, DTCs P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306.
3.0L engine sound generator malfunctioning Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 "Check engine lamp on, DTC P042000: Catalyst System, Bank1 Efficiency Below" ...
Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 Leak from oil pan USB Trim detached from center console 3.0L engine sound generator ...
3.0L engine sound generator malfunctioning Belt noise from starter generator Check engine lamp - DTC P240200 stored in ECM Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 "Check engine lamp on, DTC P042000: Catalyst System,Bank1 Efficiency ...
This bulletin provides information for when the MIL is on and DTCs P0300, P0301, P 0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, or P0306 may be stored.
This bulletin provides information for when there is an oil leak from the cylinder head.
This bulletin states to create a PSS record in instances when the MIL is on, flashing, or the customer reports misfires.
This bulletin contains PSS instructions for when a vehicle falls under the condition outlined. This includes MIL on and misfires on Bank 1.
Complaints filed by year
32 complaints came in 2023, 2.3 times the year before. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
Recalls that include the 2019 Audi Q8
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.
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
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.
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
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.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
All 5 recalls on the 2019 Audi Q8, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2019 Audi Q8?
Stalling, with 23 of the 109 complaints.
At what mileage do 2019 Audi Q8 problems start?
Of the 42 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 4,000 miles and half by about 15,000.
Is the 2019 Audi Q8 better or worse than the 2020?
Counted per year on the road, the 2019 has more complaints than the 2020: 14 a year against 4.
How many 2019 Audi Q8 complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
2 of them (2%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for stalling on the 2019 Audi Q8?
No recall on file for the 2019 Audi Q8 is on the same system as stalling. Another recall may still cover your car, so check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.