Audi SQ8 years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Audi SQ8 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2021 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (3 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2024 at 1 (from 2 complaints), and 2021 at 1 (from 3 complaints). The Audi SQ8 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2021 Audi SQ8, 1 of 3 complaints name Powertrain.
Data as of .
2020
2024
2021
2025–26
Audi SQ8 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 SQ8. 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 | — | 55.4 |
| 2024 Fewest | 1 | 2 | 2 | Electrical system | 57.8 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — | 17 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 17 |
| 2021 → Most | 1 | 3 | 6 | Powertrain | 17 |
| 2020 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 1 | Engine | 17 |
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
- 285/40R22, 285/45R21 (trim-dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including SQ8 where a software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying; dealers update the software. Recall 23V868000 covers certain 2023-2024 SQ8 models (with RS Q8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7) for a side/window air bag concern as stated in NHTSA's summary. Recall 25V201000 covers certain 2021 SQ8 models (with A6, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, and RS Q8) for an instrument cluster concern.
Frequently asked questions
Which Audi SQ8 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2020 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2024 at 1 (from 2 complaints), and 2021 at 1 (from 3 complaints).
Which Audi SQ8 year has the most owner complaints?
2021 has the most complaints per year, at 1 (3 complaints). On the 2021 Audi SQ8, 1 of 3 complaints name Powertrain.
How do Audi SQ8 owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Audi SQ8 years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
Which Audi SQ8 years are too early to compare?
The Audi SQ8 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 SQ8 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 SQ8?
Published US specs commonly list front 285/40R22, 285/45R21 (trim-dependent) and rear 285/40R22, 285/45R21 (trim-dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Audi SQ8?
Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including SQ8 where a software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying; dealers update the software. Recall 23V868000 covers certain 2023-2024 SQ8 models (with RS Q8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7) for a side/window air bag concern as stated in NHTSA's summary. Recall 25V201000 covers certain 2021 SQ8 models (with A6, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, and RS Q8) for an instrument cluster concern.