Audi RS Q8 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Audi RS Q8 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2021 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (2 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, 2021 has the fewest complaints per year, at 1, from 2 complaints. The Audi RS Q8 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2021 Audi RS Q8, 1 of 2 complaints name Electrical system.
Data as of .
Audi RS Q8 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Audi RS Q8. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 16 |
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 16 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 15 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 16 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — | 15 |
| 2021 → Most | 1 | 2 | 7 | Electrical system | 15 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 15 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-40 or 5W-40 (Audi-approved; 4.0L V8) · 10.6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 295/35R23, 295/40R22 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including RS Q8 where a software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying; dealers update the software. Recall 23V868000 covers certain 2023-2024 RS Q8 models (with SQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7) for a side/window air bag concern. Recall 25V201000 covers certain 2021 RS Q8 models (with SQ8, A6, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, and RS7) for an instrument cluster concern.
Frequently asked questions
Which Audi RS Q8 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, 2021 has the fewest complaints per year, at 1, from 2 complaints.
Which Audi RS Q8 year has the most owner complaints?
2021 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (2 complaints). On the 2021 Audi RS Q8, 1 of 2 complaints name Electrical system.
How do Audi RS Q8 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Audi RS Q8 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which Audi RS Q8 years are too early to compare?
The Audi RS Q8 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What engine oil does a US Audi RS Q8 use?
0W-40 or 5W-40 (Audi-approved; 4.0L V8) With filter, about 10.6 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Audi RS Q8?
Published US specs commonly list front 295/35R23, 295/40R22 (trim-dependent) and rear 295/35R23, 295/40R22 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Audi RS Q8?
Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including RS Q8 where a software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying; dealers update the software. Recall 23V868000 covers certain 2023-2024 RS Q8 models (with SQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7) for a side/window air bag concern. Recall 25V201000 covers certain 2021 RS Q8 models (with SQ8, A6, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, and RS7) for an instrument cluster concern.