2022 Audi Sq8 Safety Report

The 2022 Audi SQ8 currently presents a very clean safety record based on available NHTSA data, with 0 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported. This indicates a strong initial safety performance from a consumer complaint perspective. However, it's important to note that the vehicle has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, as indicated by 'N/A' ratings for Overall, Frontal, Side, and Rollover safety. This means there is no independent government crash test data to assess its performance in collision scenarios. Despite the lack of consumer complaints, the vehicle has been subject to 3 safety recalls. All three recalls are related to the 'BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA' or 'EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT' categories. Specifically, these recalls address software errors that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, which significantly reduces the driver's rear visibility and increases the risk of a crash. These recalls affect a broad range of Audi models from various model years, including the 2022 SQ8. The consistent nature of the recalls, all pointing to rearview camera display issues, suggests a systemic software or electrical problem within Audi's sensing and infotainment systems for this period. While the absence of consumer complaints is positive, potential buyers should ensure all three rearview camera-related recalls have been addressed by a dealership. The lack of crash test data means that while the vehicle has no reported real-world safety incidents via NHTSA complaints, its structural integrity and occupant protection in a crash remain unverified by government testing.

Our recommendation: While the 2022 Audi SQ8 has no consumer complaints, ensure all three rearview camera recalls have been completed by a dealership before purchase, and be aware that no government crash test data is available.