2023 Audi SQ8
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2023 Audi SQ8. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 2023 Audi SQ8. Newest first.
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
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk and remedy
Risk
An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
Owner complaints
2 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Engine
Engine overheating due to a bad water pump and thermostat, leak in coolant system. Car only had 30,000 miles on it. This model should be included in the Audi/VW lawsuit, [XXX] , et al. v. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., et al., Civil Action No. XXX. I should be entitled to the extended…
Engine overheating due to a bad water pump and thermostat, leak in coolant system. Car only had 30,000 miles on it. This model should be included in the Audi/VW lawsuit, [XXX] , et al. v. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., et al., Civil Action No. XXX. I should be entitled to the extended warranty granted through this lawsuit. Problem was corrected through warranty repair completed on 3/31/2026. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
- Latches/locks/linkages › Fueling/charging door/hatch/port › Latch/lock release system · Structure
The contact owns a 2023 Audi SQ8. While refueling the vehicle, the contact became aware that the electric actuator had fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who confirmed that there was no emergency fuel door release. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2023 Audi SQ8. While refueling the vehicle, the contact became aware that the electric actuator had fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who confirmed that there was no emergency fuel door release. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and provided information about the red door release. The failure mileage was approximately 3,700. The VIN was not available.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11011307This bulletin provides information when high beam assist, or traffic sign detection limited, DTC C12B3FD may be stored in the DAS control module.
- 11011303This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the anti-theft alarm does not activate.
- 11011296This bulletin provides service-info relating to lithium-ion high-voltage batteries; determining energy content.
- 11011285This TSB Provides information when parking assistance provides false warnings.
- 11011282This bulletin provides information when speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference is noted.
- 11011280This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS Databse in instances when the SOS Emergency call warning in instrument cluster without relevant DTC in vehicles with ConBox high.
- 11011278This bulletin provides information regarding Audi connect & Infotainment Warranty Submission Instructions for MY23 and Onwards.
- 11011277This bulletin provides information when the parking brake does not work sporadically; DTC B107BF0 or B10FCF0 stored in the driver assist systems.
- 11011276This TSB provides information when DTCs U142100 and U164200 are stored as passive/sporadic in the gateway.
- 11011274This bulletin provides information when the restricted function icon for Audi Pre sense is displayed after engine starts.
- 11011273This bulletin provides information when DTC B187A00 is stored: Park steer assist cancelation (symptom number 98341).
- 11011272This bulletin provides information when the overhead view camera (TopView) calibration fails.
- 11011268This bulletin pertains to complaints/general information regarding SOS Emergency Assist.
- 11011263This bulletin provides information regarding cleaning exterior glass.
- 11011256This bulletin provides information when the DTCs B200FF0 to B200FF5 are stored in the J775 suspension control unit.
- 11011253This bulletin provides infomraion when there are rumbling/knocking noises from the front suspension.
- 11011244This bulletin provides information when the engine oil level is too low, engine oil consumption is too high.
- 11011240This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11011239This bulletin advises that fuel additives are not permitted.
- 11009983Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
- 11009967This bulletin provides information when there is an issue with wireless charging/wireless charging not working with Audi Phone Box.
- 11009966This TSB provides informatin when the Smartphone Interface disconnects/deactivates unexpetedly with Apple CarPlay.
- 11009965This bulletin provides information when the calendar function is not available.
- 11009958This TSB provides information when DTCs U142100 and U164200 are stored as passive/sporadic in the gateway.
- 11009954This bulletin provides infomration related to Driver assist systems: parking aid, maneuver assist, rear cross-traffic assist not working (DTC U111000, U112300).
- 11009952This bulletin provides informatin whem the individual overhead view cameras are inoperative (picture is blurry or fogged up), DTCs B200FFA, B127C04, C12AE02.
- 11009951This TSB provides information when the Virtual cockpit has a pixel error.
- 11009948This bulletin provides information when there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.
- 11009945This bulletin provides information when the seat belt and pre sense warnings appear intermittently while driving; DTC B101C07 stored in the airbag module.
- 11009941This bulletin provides diagnostic information regarding the locking system.
- 11009937This bulletin provides additional information pertaining to continued noises/vibrations in tight bends - Q7 and A8 vehicle models.
- 11009928This bulletin provides informatin when the engine does not run smoothly at idling speeds.
- 11009925This bulletin provides informatino when the MIL is on, whistlingnoise, leaking air Bank 2 - DTC P2ADF00, Engine Crankcase breather.
- 11009392This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS Database in instances whwere the message "Loading system. Please wait" is dislayed after driving for an extended period of time.
- 11009386This bulletin provides service information when the message "Electrical system: fault" appears in the instrument cluster; event memory entry B200094 (00C4) is stored.
- 11009380This bulletin provides information about the Audi pre sense warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement.
- 11009378This bulletin provides inormatin when the guages is faulty in the Audi virtual cockpit.
- 11009377This bulletin provides information when the audi virtual cockpit display has semi-circular marks on the edges of the display.
- 11009375This bulletin provides information pertaining to the GFF test plan required for A/C compressore replacements, regardless of the concern.
- 11009373This bulletin provides information when there is a message relating to DTC B130474, B130574 are stored in the airbag control unit.
Every Audi SQ8 model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.