
AUDI Q8 (2019–2024): Full Technical Specs & OBD2 Diagnostics
3.0L Turbo V6 • Gasoline
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Every figure on this Audi Q8 (2019–2024) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Audi Q8 (2019–2024) uses Castrol Edge 0W-20 engine oil. It is powered by a 3.0L Turbo V6 engine. Its OEM tyre size is 215/55 R16. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| ABS Pump | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Brake Booster | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Coolant Flush | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Airbag - Side | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Alternator | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Alternator Belt | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Amplifier | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Antenna | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Camshaft R&R | 10.8h | € 486–€ 810 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 20.2h | € 909–€ 1515 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 27.0h | € 1215–€ 2025 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 8.1h | € 364–€ 607 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 10.8h | € 486–€ 810 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Downpipe | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| EGR Cooler | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
| EGR Tube | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| EGR Valve | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.1h | € 4–€ 7 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| AC Compressor | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| AC Condenser | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| AC Evaporator | 8.1h | € 364–€ 607 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 3.4h | € 153–€ 255 |
| Idler Arm | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.6h | € 72–€ 120 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 0.7h | € 31–€ 52 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 4.7h | € 211–€ 352 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 4.1h | € 184–€ 307 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.1h | € 49–€ 82 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 2.7h | € 121–€ 202 |
| Shift Cable | 2.0h | € 90–€ 150 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.4h | € 62–€ 105 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 11.7h | € 526–€ 877 |
| Torque Converter | 9.0h | € 405–€ 675 |
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
53 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
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176 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi Q8 across model years 2019–2024. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
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 conta… (MY 2021)
Vehicle lost all power and control while driving 45mph. First electrical system failure warning came on. Within 2 minutes the transmission slipped into neutral and 15 seconds later the vehicle lost power and I coasted to a stop. I was… (MY 2019)
My 2019 Q8 has less than 35K miles and has had breaks and rotors repaired three times and needs them again. The breaks pulsate and wear down at an excessive rate, the stock breaks are not a good enough product for the weight of the vehi… (MY 2019)
Critical Failure - Alternator/48v Generator Issue in Audi Q8 Prestige. By now, I am well aware that the problem I'm experiencing is in the top 25 repair issues for Audi and currently there are 15,000 cars affected in the United States ac… (MY 2019)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 2019–2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
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