Audi Q8 e-tron recalled

Audi Australia is recalling 320 examples of the Audi Q8 e-tron made between 2018 and 2024 to rectify a potential loss of braking performance.

“Due to a manufacturing defect, the mounting bolts connecting the brake pedal rod and the brake servo may not have been tightened to the sufficient torque and could become loose. If this occurs, the foot brake pedal could become inoperable leading to a loss of braking performance,” says the recall notice.

“A loss of braking performance could increase the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and/or other road users.”

“Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by Audi Australia Pty Ltd and are asked to arrange with their nearest authorised Audi dealership to have the work carried out, free of charge.”

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• A total of 320 vehicles are affected, produced between 2018 and 2024
• The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
• The original recall notice is attached here

Note that the Audi e-tron was officially renamed the Audi Q8 e-tron in November 2022, co-inciding with a major mid-life facelift for the 2023 model year.

The plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Audi Q8 was part of a November 2025 recall, including the Audi Q7 PHEV, which saw 33 vehicles recalled for defective high-voltage battery packs that could catch fire.

Production of the battery-electric Q8 e-tron ended in February 2025 when the Belgian plant it was made in was closed after producing vehicles for brands including Citroen, Studebaker and Packard dating back to 1926.

It had been producing Audi vehicles since 2010, but was closed after Volkswagen Group – which owns Audi – began a cost-reduction drive including a plan to cut 50,000 jobs by 2030.

Concerned owners can contact Audi Australia on 1800 502 834 or via email at customerassistance@audi-info.com.au.

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