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Data through Oct 2026
Model year

2021 Audi RS Q8

SUV, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Slovakia. Owner complaints on file from Jan 20, 2023 to Jul 10, 2023.

Recalls (7)Complaints (2)Investigations (0)Bulletins (1,213)
Recall campaigns covering this model year7689k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints2Below the median 2021 suv
Severity index0.02021 suvs average 6.1
First 24 months0Complaints in its first two years
Complaints over time

Complaints about the 2021 Audi RS Q8 peaked in 2023, with 2 filed

Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.

00.511.5220232202420252026
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Components

100% of complaints about the 2021 Audi RS Q8 name electrical system

Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.

Electrical system
2
Steering
1
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls

7 recall campaigns cover the 2021 Audi RS Q8

Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi RS Q8
CampaignFiledSubjectComponentVehiclesRemedy
25V-900Dec 19, 2025Software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intendedBack-over prevention356,894Software update
25V-201Mar 31, 2025Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may failElectrical system44,387Software update
22V-742Oct 5, 2022Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gearBack-over prevention170,296Software update
22V-034Jan 26, 2022Rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performedSuspension31,058Part replacement
21V-606Aug 5, 2021Rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properlySeat belts45,496Part replacement
21V-339May 12, 2021Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder boreEngine and cooling15Part replacement
21V-295Apr 26, 2021Lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosionSuspension40,993Part replacement
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
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Owner complaints

What owners reported about the 2021 Audi RS Q8

The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.

2 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.

  1. Filed Jul 10, 2023Failure Jul 8, 2023Alexandria, VAElectrical system, Steering

    The car displayed a Electrical System Malfunction and completely shutdown. The car will haft to be towed to AUDI service center for diagnosis. This is extremely unsafe for general operation. Their was not sufficient time to react.

    NHTSA complaint 11531253
  2. Filed Jan 20, 2023Failure Jan 17, 2023Attalla, ALElectrical system

    The car gave an electrical error & said to stop vehicle immediately. I lost steering capabilities. I pulled over & had to wait hours for a tow. I am now being told the part is on back order with over 5000 cars waiting on an alternator. I’ve not even had the car a year. Paid well over $100k for it.

    NHTSA complaint 11502783
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations

NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year

Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
All investigations
Service bulletins

1,213 manufacturer communications cover this model year

Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.

  • TSB_2082976_2 Aug 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect.
  • TSB_2082976_1 Aug 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides general information about the current tpp issues for Audi connect.
  • TSB_2079732_2 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
  • TSB_2079696_2 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    A particularly noticeable factor is the vibration of the air column in a tire. When a tire starts to vibrate because of the road contact, this can lead to cavity resonances inside the tire that are transmitted via the wheel rim and the running gear to the v…
  • TSB_2078648_3 Aug 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel.
  • TSB_2076945_2 Aug 20, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
  • TSB_2075120_3 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
  • TSB_2074843_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is a wheel/tire imbalance.
  • TSB_2074436_3 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
  • TSB_20741717_15 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
  • TSB_2072304_4 Aug 11, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
  • TSB_2070281_6 Aug 28, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on, DTC P310B00 is stored; low fuel pressure regulation, fuel pressure outside of tolerance, symptom 2638.
  • TSB_2070281_5 Aug 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on, DTC P310B00 is stored; low fuel pressure regulation, fuel pressure outside of tolerance, symptom 2638.
  • TSB_2069904_3 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
  • TSB_2069331_8 Aug 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster: fault. Limited warning messages. Please contact workshop"; DTC B200096.
  • TSB_2069078_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
  • TSB_2068999_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
  • TSB_2067132_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.
  • TSB_2064681_6 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is an issue with wireless charging/wireless charging is not working.
  • TSB_2064535_4 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the steering wheel clicks when it is adjusted vertically.
  • TSB_2063546_5 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides service infomraiton regardin gthe identifaction of noises with dynamic steering.
  • TSB_2063528_5 Aug 21, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides service information when thre are engine noises in the vehicle interior.
  • SM 34-2026 Aug 21, 2026 · Other
    This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
  • TSB_2082846_1 Jul 27, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00 and VW 507.00.
  • TSB_2081573_4 Jul 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible.
  • TSB_2081573_3 Jul 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when DTC B105A1A, B103E25 is stored in 0017; fuel tank level implausible.
  • TSB_2078648_2 Jul 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This service information TSB provides warranty coverage information for vehicles with a broken sunroof panel.
  • TSB_2073747_4 Jul 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informatoinw hent here are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles inside of the housing.
  • TSB_2073282_1 Jul 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.
  • TSB_2071697_3 Jul 16, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is an insufficient gap width between the tank flap and the side panel.
  • TSB_2082366_1 Jun 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulleti provides informaiton when there is a booming noise or a wind noise from the vehicle underbody.
  • TSB_2082323_1 Jun 10, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.
  • TSB_2081573_2 Jun 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informatio when fuel pump/ sender, fuel tank level implausible, DTC B105A1A B103E29 Stored in 0017.
  • TSB_2079226_5 Jun 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.
  • TSB_2076404_8 Jun 29, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB for MIB3/connectivity box/OCU3/LSR.
  • TSB_2076404_7 Jun 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB for MIB3/connectivity box/OCU3/LSR.
  • TSB_2074640_3 Jun 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000 km.
  • TSB_2073867_3 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when DTC U140A00 Terminal 30 is stored in the ECM.
  • TSB_2069331_7 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaitn when there is a warning messsage; "Instrument cluster: fault. Limited warning messages. Please contact workshop"; DTC B200096.
  • TSB_2068573_5 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaoitn when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, is loose, or there is a rear parking sensor fault message.
  • TSB_2067804_6 Jun 12, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when DTC C129700 is logged in diagnostic address 00D4 and/or 00D5.
  • TSB_2065960_6 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the display of the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.
  • TSB_2064983_15 Jun 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there are pixel faults on the virtual cockpit.
  • TSB_2059528_19 Jun 1, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the Emergency call SOS light has a fault, LED red; DTC B200000.
  • TSB_2059335_7 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
  • TSB_2052680_6 Jun 4, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases where the airbag/seatbelt is deployed/not deployed; general accident information; and fire and overheat damage.
  • TSB_2074729_3 Jun 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
  • TSB_2080517_4 May 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
  • TSB_2077443_3 May 8, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the convenience openeing does not work.
  • TSB_2076264_6 May 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides repair instructions for the overhead view camera; gen 3.
  • TSB_2074808_4 May 6, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years
  • TSB_2074721_3 May 5, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.
  • TSB_2067557_2 May 15, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiton when the windscreen/rear window washer pump is not working (B126101, B126113).
  • AOS-26-25 May 26, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when …
  • TSB_2081826_1 Apr 24, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information on how to reset the Bang and Olufsen treble loud speaker after the protection function is triggered.
  • TSB_2081722_1 Apr 22, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin is informational and contains information on the various warning lamps that may appear.
  • TSB_2080517_3 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
  • TSB_2079226_4 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.
  • TSB_2074303_12 Apr 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiton when there is a red coolant temparature/coolant level warning lamp; 4.0 ltr. V8 TFSI.
  • TSB_2074303_11 Apr 14, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
    This bulletin provides informaiton when there is a red coolant temparature/coolant level warning lamp; 4.0 ltr. V8 TFSI.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.
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