Audi Q8 Lemon Law

Under California's Song-Beverly Act, if your Q8 has been out of service for a cumulative total of 30 or more calendar days due to warranty repairs, it is presumed to be a lemon. This 30-day threshold does not need to be consecutive and includes all warranty-related repair visits combined.

Yes, you can still pursue a claim even if the dealer characterizes the issue as a normal characteristic. Under the Song-Beverly Act, the key question is whether the defect substantially impairs the use, value, or safety of the vehicle. An independent inspection or expert opinion can help establish that the condition is indeed a defect.

Yes, defects in advanced technology features such as the virtual cockpit, adaptive air suspension, driver assistance systems, and the MMI infotainment system are covered. Any component that came with the vehicle from the factory and is covered by the manufacturer warranty falls within the scope of the Song-Beverly Act.

If your Q8 is declared a lemon, the manufacturer must pay off your remaining loan balance as part of the refund. You would receive back all payments made toward the loan, minus the mileage offset, and the manufacturer would handle the payoff directly with your lender.