Water leaking from sunroof drains to interior of cabin. Water getting electronics wet and filling up where the battery sits as well. Both driver side and passenger side. Vehicle has numerous electrical problems such as: Vehicle auto start stop function failing (car not turning back on at traffic light) Emergency indicators not working infotainment crashing
The worst 2022 Audi Q8 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical2
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- Electrical2
Recalls 3
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- 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
- 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 on December 23, 2025.
Recall number 25V900000 · Recall details
Equipment: electrical: infotainment: video (TOUCH)screen/monitor/unit
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Recall number 22V806000 · Recall details
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Recall number 21V825000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2022 Audi Q8 1,150
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosed and confirmed malfunction of the vehicle’s AEB system that resulted from failure or malfunction...
- This bulletin provides informaiton on the use of the PICO-NVH tool (VAS 611 015).
- This bulletin provides information when the DTC P0C2A00 or U028700 is stored regarding the auxiliary...
- This bulletin provides information when the message "Automatic user identifaction failed" appers in the...
- This bulletin provides information when the air spring symbol is illuminated; DTC U112100 or C1260F0.
- This bulletin provides information regarding the current top concerns being addressed by the Audi Digital...
- This bulletin proides service information when there is a prompt to take over the steering wheel (hands...
- This bulletin provides information when the starter battery is discharged or malfunctioning.
- This bulletin provides information for all gasoline engines when the MIL is on; DTC P240700 is stored
- This service information bulletin provides information when the convernience opening does not work.
2022 Audi Q8 fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6‑cyl Hybrid | AWD | 18 | 23 | 20 |
What 2022 Audi Q8 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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Questions about the 2022 Audi Q8
Is the 2022 Audi Q8 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2022 Audi Q8, fewer than a typical Q8 model year.
What is the 2022 Audi Q8 year score?
The 2022 Audi Q8 scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Audi Q8: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2022 Audi Q8?
Electrical system, with 2 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q8 have?
3 recalls, covering back over prevention and equipment.
What year does the Audi Q8 have the most electrical problems?
The Audi Q8 model years with the most electrical complaints are 2019 (44 complaints), 2021 (13 complaints) and 2024 (12 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Audi Q8 get?
Official estimates for the 2022 Audi Q8 range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.0L 6-cyl hybrid, AWD) gets 18 city and 23 highway.
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