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Audi RS Q8 4M common faults.

2018–2024. The fault list covers this generation and the engines in it. If the listing gives the exact version, pick it below.

What to watch for

What can go wrong on this car?

The list covers the generation, the engines and the transmissions. Once you pick the version, only the faults that apply to it stay.

This model has no fault write-up yet. That does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups go out after review.
Official recall3 recallsShow

The manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done. The list covers the whole generation. We did not filter it by model year. Some apply only to a narrower production window.

Most recent: 13 May 2020

20V272000POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINESPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES13 May 2020 · NHTSA (USA)

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).

Risk: If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may become slippery, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: 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.

The authority's notice

A12/00409/24Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The side airbag is insufficiently secured to the front left-hand side of the seat frame. As a result, it may not be able to deploy correctly in the event of an accident, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

A12/00938/21Safety recallInjuriesno date · EU Safety Gate

The cylinder crankcase could be cracked, which could damage the pistons and consequently they may become jammed. This could lead to an engine failure, increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users Date of entry into force: Unknown

The authority's notice

4M · 2018–2024

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Neighbouring generations

4M · 2018–2024

4M (2018-2024). If the listing is from the changeover year, look at the neighbour too.

Previous generation

This is the earliest.

This generation

4M · 2018–2024

Next generation

This is the latest.

Common questions

About this generation

Which years does this page cover?

2018–2024. The changeover year can fall in two generations. If the listing is from that year, look at the neighbour too.

Does the fault apply to every car like this?

No. It depends on the engine and the transmission too.

Is it free?

The fault list is.

Information, not an expert opinion

We write the descriptions, and we put the source next to them. A person reviews them before they go out. They are still information, not a technical expert opinion.

  • A fault on the list does not mean the car you are looking at has it.
  • A fault missing from the list does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups are made model by model. Not all of them are done.
  • You decide whether to buy. This is no substitute for an inspection. That needs a workshop and a history check.
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