2021 AUDI RS Q8 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 AUDI RS Q8 has 0 complaints and 51 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to software errors affecting instrument panel displays and rearview camera functionality. Other common problems involve rear axle alignment and seat belt functionality.
There are 51 recalls affecting various systems on the 2021 AUDI RS Q8. These recalls cover electrical components, suspension, tires, engine defects, and seat belt issues.
Recalls- Instrument panel display failure. Recall 25V201000 affects 44,387 vehicles due to a software error that can disable the instrument panel display, including speedometer and warning lights. This increases crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument panel module software free of charge.
- Rearview camera blank display. Recall 22V742000 affects 170,296 vehicles. A software issue may cause the rearview camera display to show a blank or black screen when in reverse, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment unit software at no cost.
- Rear axle misalignment. Recalls 22V034000 and 21V295000 together affect over 71,000 vehicles. Inspections may reveal that rear axle alignment was not checked after previous repairs, causing premature or uneven tire wear and potential loss of control. Dealers will inspect and adjust alignment and replace affected tires free of charge. Lock nuts on the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion requiring replacement of lock nuts and bolts as needed.
- Engine cylinder bore cracks. Recall 21V339000 affects 15 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the engine cylinder bore surface, which can cause engine damage, stalling, or oil leaks increasing crash or fire risk. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge.
- Rear seat belt locking retractor failure. Recall 21V606000 affects 45,496 vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early causing child restraints to be unsecured, increasing injury risk during crashes. Dealers will inspect and replace middle-rear seat belt assemblies if necessary free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with a consumer protection attorney is advised when repair issues persist or safety recalls are incomplete.
2021 AUDI RS Q8 Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
332245
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 AUDI RS Q8
44387 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
2021 AUDI RS Q8
31058 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 AUDI RS Q8
170296 vehicles affected
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due 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 gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 AUDI RS Q8
15 vehicles affected
ENGINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi SQ7, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 AVANT, and SQ8 vehicles. Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore.
Risk: Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
2021 AUDI RS Q8
40993 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 AUDI RS Q8
45496 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.