2021 AUDI SQ8 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 AUDI SQ8 has 0 complaints and 50 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system software, rearview camera display, tires, rear axle alignment, engine cylinder bore cracks, and rear seat belt retractors.
There are 50 recalls affecting various systems including electrical software, rear visibility, tires, suspension, engine, and seat belts. These recalls cover a range of safety and operational concerns that require dealer inspection or part replacement.
Recalls- Electrical system software. Recall 25V201000 affects 44,387 vehicles including the 2021 SQ8 due to a software error causing instrument panel display failure. The risk involves loss of critical safety information such as speedometer and warning lights increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the instrument panel module software free of charge.
- Rearview camera display. Recall 22V742000 involves 170,296 vehicles and addresses a software issue that may cause a blank or black screen instead of the rearview camera image when reversing. This reduces rear visibility and increases crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment software at no cost.
- Tire wear and rear axle alignment. Recall 22V034000 affects 31,058 vehicles, including the 2021 SQ8. Rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after prior repairs, leading to premature or uneven tire wear and increased crash risk. Dealers will inspect and adjust alignment as needed and replace worn tires free of charge.
- Rear axle suspension. Also under recall 22V034000, the non-powered rear axle assembly may have alignment issues. The same inspection and repair process applies to address potential tire wear and crash risk.
- Engine cylinder bore cracks. Recall 21V339000 covers 15 vehicles including the 2021 SQ8. Cracks may develop on engine cylinder bores that could cause engine damage, stalling, or oil leaks. Dealers will replace the engine free of charge.
- Rear seat belt retractors. Recall 21V606000 applies to 45,496 vehicles. Rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate prematurely, preventing proper child restraint system security and failing safety standard requirements. Dealers will inspect and replace the middle-rear seat belt assemblies as necessary at no charge.
Owners with repeated repairs, unresolved recall notifications, or safety-related defects may have rights under state lemon laws. Consultation with a qualified attorney is advisable for those encountering ongoing issues.
2021 AUDI SQ8 Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
291252
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 AUDI SQ8
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 SQ8
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 SQ8
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 SQ8
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 SQ8
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.