- The problem
- 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."
- The risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Audi Q8 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2020 Audi Q8 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in December 2025 for the camera.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical Q8 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2020 Audi Q8 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi Q8 vehicles. An insufficient weld on a transmission oil pipe may cause the vehicle to leak automatic transmission fluid (ATF).
- The risk
- If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission oil pipe and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 38C7.
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Audi Q8: every year compared
All Q8 years2020 Audi Q8 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Audi Q8 | 0 | 3 | B | |
| 2020 Audi A4 Allroad | 158 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A4 | 128 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A5 | 60 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A5 Sportback | 60 | 0 | F | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A6 | 27 | 9 | D | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A6 (with Rear Seat Sabs) | 27 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A3 | 16 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Audi A3 Cabriolet | 16 | 0 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2020 Audi Q8
Does the 2020 Audi Q8 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2020 Audi Q8: camera (December 2025); fuel pump (July 2022); cooling unit and lines (May 2020). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2020 Audi Q8 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2020 Audi Q8 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 72 out of 100 (grade B: fewer problems than a typical Audi Q8 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2020 Audi Q8 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data