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moderate Owners of the 2021 Audi Q8 have filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the fuel system at roughly $1,200 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See fuel system across all vehicles →
| Model year | fuel system complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 Q8 | 3 |
| 2021 Q8 (this page) | 4 |
No new NHTSA fuel system complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 3 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering fuel system on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bulletin provides information for when there is a ticking/thumping noise in the passenger compartment (rear) - EVAP Charcoal filter line (N80).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Fuel pressure low. DTC P008700 Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge noise from belt tensioner damper Wheel speed sensor DTC C101AF1;C101BF1;C101CF1;C101DF1
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗3.0L engine sound generator malfunctioning Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 "Check engine lamp on, DTC P042000: Catalyst System, Bank1 Efficiency Below" Coolant leak from expansion tank Corrosion inside door module Fuel pressure low. DTC P008700 Leak from oil pan Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Noise from belt tensioner damper Noise from front door trim panel while driving Vehicle will not charge
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information for when an EPCO warning and a fuel system warning are displayed in the instrument cluster with DTC B10581B.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin advises to replace the EVAP LD Pump if DTC P044200 or DTC P045600 are present under specific circumstances.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had…
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel failed to operate. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the failure recurred. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V201000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was performed; however, the failure recurred…
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,200 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $1,200 for fuel system repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover fuel system issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.