2023 Audi SQ8 Recalls, Complaints & Specs
2 safety recalls list the 2023 Audi SQ8, and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
2 safety recalls for the 2023 Audi SQ8
Most recent first. Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. Click a recall for the full defect, consequence and remedy text.
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Camera (back over prevention)
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…
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…
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Air bags: side/window
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."
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…
2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2023 Audi SQ8 have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 3,700 miles. Complaints peaked in 2026 with 2 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“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 G”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, April 2, 2026 · Engine
“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”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, January 22, 2026 · Structure
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2023 Audi SQ8. Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 17 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 14 / 20 |
| Fuel | Premium |
| EPA class | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| Engine | 8 cyl, 4 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
Compare Audi SQ8 model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Audi SQ8 model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
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| 2020 Audi SQ8 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Audi SQ8 | 6 | 3 |
| 2022 Audi SQ8 | 3 | 4 |
| 2023 Audi SQ8 | 2 | 2 |
| 2024 Audi SQ8 | 2 | 2 |
| 2025 Audi SQ8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 Audi SQ8 | 1 | 0 |
Checking a specific 2023 Audi SQ8
How do I know if my 2023 Audi SQ8 has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle. 2 campaigns currently list the 2023 Audi SQ8; your car may already have been repaired under some of them.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Audi dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number (for example 23V868000).
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
Other Audi models
- A42,895 complaints
- A61,658 complaints
- Q51,342 complaints
- Q71,047 complaints
- A3731 complaints
- S4588 complaints
- A5325 complaints
- TT319 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.