NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance Safety Ratings
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance scores 86 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance presents a notably clean safety profile by every NHTSA-sourced measure available. This model year achieved a perfect score in avoidance technology, with no recalls or owner complaints on file. Its NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100 places it in the Strong band, reflecting its robust performance across all assessed safety metrics.
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance SUV AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100 and a 4-star NHTSA rollover rating, sourced from federal NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 153 SUVs from 2025 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance ranks 100 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 86 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 15.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 100 of 153 SUVs tested for 2025 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance?
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance arrives with a perfect defect record and a full score for its standard avoidance technology. Its Safety Index of 86 out of 100 places it firmly in the Strong band. This assessment is supported by a crash protection sub-score of 56 out of 70, reflecting the available federal data. The vehicle's avoidance technology scores a perfect 10 out of 10, attributed to standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. Furthermore, its defect record is unblemished, scoring 20 out of 20 with zero recalls and zero owner complaints reported to NHTSA. A key piece of crash-test data for this tall, performance-oriented SUV is its 4-star rollover rating, accompanied by a 16 percent risk figure and a clean dynamic tip result. While these figures provide specific insight into rollover performance, federal frontal and side crash-test star ratings are not yet available. This absence of data, rather than a negative result, limits the overall crash protection sub-score. The 2025 RS Q8 Performance establishes a very strong safety foundation, with a notable gap in comprehensive crash-test data still to be filled.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance perform in crash tests?
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance has not received an overall safety rating from NHTSA, nor have specific frontal or side crash test ratings been assigned. The agency has published one rating for this model: in rollover tests, the RS Q8 Performance achieved 4 out of 5 stars. This rating reflects a measured rollover risk of 16 percent and a successful dynamic tip test. The missing star ratings for other categories indicate that those tests were not conducted.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20712
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance have any recalls?
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory has been issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as recall records can be updated after initial publication.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance. No components have been flagged, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged. Because this vehicle is relatively new to the used market, the complaint record may grow over time.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance?
The 2025 RS Q8 Performance currently reports no open recalls through NHTSA. A VIN check is still advised before purchase, as new recall campaigns can be issued even after a model year's introduction. Verify that any discovered recall remedy has been completed.
- The 2025 RS Q8 Performance has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, a result that directly produces a perfect 20/20 defect-record sub-score within the 86/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA has not assigned overall, frontal, or side crash-test star ratings to this model year, meaning the crash-protection sub-score of 56/70 reflects only the data that exists, not a failed or low result.
- The 4-star rollover rating with a 16 percent risk figure and a no-tip dynamic result is the only completed NHTSA crash-test rating for this specific model year.
- Zero owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, but the vehicle is new to the used market and the complaint record should be rechecked periodically as more owners log miles.
RANKINGSWhere the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance places
The 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance safety questions
Was the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 86 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance earned 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 15.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2025 Audi RS Q8 Performance. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Rivals in SUV (2025)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus Rz 300e | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model X | 96/100 | not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Acura ADX | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2025 Buick Envision | 96/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 20712), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi RS Q8 Performance 2025.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 100 of 153 in the SUV class for 2025.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.