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Audi Q7 Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 14 model years, NHTSA lists 45 recalls and 852 owner complaints for the Audi Q7. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Audi Q7 by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Audi Q7 | 2 | 17 | |
| 2024 Audi Q7 | 3 | 2 | |
| 2023 Audi Q7 | 0 | 16 | |
| 2022 Audi Q7 | 0 | 20 | |
| 2021 Audi Q7 | 9 | 75 | |
| 2020 Audi Q7 | 5 | 28 | |
| 2019 Audi Q7 | 4 | 63 | |
| 2018 Audi Q7 | 3 | 144 | |
| 2017 Audi Q7 | 7 | 321 | |
| 2016 Audi Q7 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2015 Audi Q7 | 2 | 45 | |
| 2014 Audi Q7 | 2 | 46 | |
| 2013 Audi Q7 | 3 | 44 | |
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 4 | 29 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Audi models.
Audi Q7: questions owners ask
Which Audi Q7 year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Audi Q7 model years with the most are the 2017 (321), 2018 (144) and 2021 (75). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Audi Q7 years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2016 (2), 2024 (2) and 2023 (16), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Audi Q7 have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 12 Audi Q7 model years, 45 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2021 (9), 2017 (7) and 2020 (5). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most oil consumption complaints?
41 owner complaints across 3 Audi Q7 model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2017 (24), 2018 (14) and 2015 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most stalling complaints?
40 owner complaints across 7 Audi Q7 model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2018 (9), 2013 (6) and 2014 (6) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most fuel smell or fuel leak complaints?
23 owner complaints across 3 Audi Q7 model years describe a fuel or gasoline smell, or a fuel leak. The most were filed for the 2013 (10), 2014 (8) and 2012 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
22 owner complaints across 3 Audi Q7 model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2017 (14), 2018 (5) and 2020 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most engine failure complaints?
13 owner complaints across 2 Audi Q7 model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2018 (10) and 2013 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Audi Q7 years have the most overheating complaints?
13 owner complaints across 3 Audi Q7 model years describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. The most were filed for the 2018 (7), 2020 (3) and 2021 (3) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
How often does the Audi Q7 fail its MOT?
In 2023 UK MOT tests, the Audi Q7's first-time failure rate ranged from 10.3% for cars first registered in 2021 to 21.8% for 2010, across 12 registration years with at least 100 tests. Older cars fail more often. The most common failure areas were tyres, suspension, lights and electrics. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results.