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NHTSA crash test of the 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
18Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE AUDI Q8 E-TRON

The Audi Q8 E-Tron is a fully electric premium midsize SUV competing at the upper end of the luxury EV segment. Aimed at buyers who want a refined, technology-forward alternative to the Tesla Model X or BMW iX, it blends a sleek fastback silhouette with Audi's signature interior quality. The Q8 E-Tron is a serious contender for safety-conscious shoppers who refuse to compromise on comfort or brand prestige.

VERDICT

The 2024 Audi Q8 E-Tron earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 93 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally praise the Q8 E-Tron for its polished, upscale interior and composed, quiet ride quality that sets a high bar in the electric luxury SUV segment. Most consider its technology integration and build refinement to be class-competitive strengths, though some note that range and charging speed invite direct comparisons to newer rivals.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 9.2%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 19515

Index breakdown

Crash protection65/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record18/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS24V428000

Risk: Reduced braking ability can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pressure line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47DE.

Reported 2024-06-10

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

18 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
1reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsService Brakes 8Electrical System 7Unknown Or Other 3Forward Collision Avoidance 3Engine 2Vehicle Speed Control 2

Other Q8 E-Tron years

Rivals in SUV (2024)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 19515), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Audi Q8 E-Tron 2024. Class rank 21 of 144 in SUV 2024. Methodology · Disclosure