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2015 Audi Q7 problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2015 Audi Q7 has been recalled for, how often it fails the UK MOT and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 2safety recalls
- 45owner complaints
- 1crash report
- 0fire reports
- 17%fail the UK MOT
45 complaints, against an average of 62 for the other 13 Audi Q7 model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2015 Audi Q7?
The components named most often in the 45 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2015 Audi Q7 owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 45 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
Has the 2015 Audi Q7 been recalled?
2 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Equipment: Other: Labels Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50G5.
Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
Is the 2015 Audi Q7 recalled in the UK or Europe?
Recalls issued by the UK's DVSA and through the EU's Safety Gate system that cover this model and build period. European models can differ from U.S. ones, and "years estimated" means the recall gave no build dates, so confirm your own car with your registration or VIN.
UK DVSABolted connection between steering shaft and steering rack may come loose
Risk: The bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack may not have been tightened to the required torque
Fix: The bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack will be checked and if necessary replaced.
UK DVSAThird row seats may deform in event of a collision
Risk: On Audi Q7 vehicles with 7 seats manufactured within a specific period the indentations on the cross piece of the third row of seats were not made correctly. As a result the third row seat structure may deform in the event of an accident.
Fix: A support bracket must be retrofitted on the vehicles affected.
UK DVSAReduction in braking performance
Risk: On affected vehicles engine oil may in isolated instances enter the brake servo via the vacuum feed lie.This may cause the brake servo diaphragm to rupture and loss of brake servo assistance.
Fix: Replace vacuum line on affected vehicles.
EU Safety GateThe vehicles are equipped with control software regarded as unauthorised by the competent authorities.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Importer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: 23/04/2021
EU Safety GateThe screw connection between the steering shaft and the steering box may not have been tightened sufficiently and may loosen over time.This will impair the vehicle’s steerability, increasing the risk of an accident.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateIn certain vehicles, fuel can leak onto the engine fuel rail.Fuel leakage close to a source of ignition may increase the risk of the vehicle catching fire.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
EU Safety GateThe transverse tube of the third row of seats may not have been manufactured correctly.Consequently, in the event of a collision, the seat structure may become deformed and the row of seats may move forward.
Measures: Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): Manufacturer; Category of measure(s): Recall of the product from end users; Date of entry into force: Unknown
How often does the 2015 Audi Q7 fail its MOT?
Why they failed: the share of failed tests with at least one fault in each area (a test can fail on several). Cars first registered in 2015, tested in Great Britain in 2023; first registration is usually, but not always, the model year. Source: DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0.
What do 2015 Audi Q7 owners report?
12 of the 45 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
Our 2015 Audi Q7 start using a lot of oil under 100,000 miles. Dealership replace turbocharger oil seals but that didn't fix the issue. The engine failed oil consumption test and was told the vehicle is safe to drive but will need to add oil every 1,000 miles. Engine failed three months later. Contact Audi of North American about the problem and ask about replacement engine because a vehicle of that type quality should not be having those type of issuea with low mileage.
Warranty will be over in 60 days; the Catalyst Coverter is going back, the Audi dealer and Audi Corporate are delaying the fixture do to some mis communication between dealer and corporate. The problem has to do with DEF gases not being cleanup. The error code is P20EE00 and the engine light is on. The part is under warranty and Audi Corporate is delaying the fixt because the do not wish to pay for the cost. They have had my vehicle for a full week and no decision when to replace the part. I strongly believe they want the warranty to expire so the customer has to pay for cost of the catalyst…
Engine started knocking. Excessive use of oil in vehicle. Even after putting oil in and getting the oil changed several times, the vehicle constantly leaks and is consuming massive amounts of oil.
The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a left turn, water started leaking from the firewall on the driver's side, and the accelerator pedal became wet. The contact stated that her foot slipped off the pedal and she nearly lost control of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that water had been leaking on the driver's side and on the passenger's side foot well for over a year. The contact stated that she had contacted an unknown dealer and was informed that water was leaking due to A/C condensation…
Audi Denied Emissions Warranty for covered item.
The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
On 7/4 as I was merging onto the highway I was accelerating to merge onto the main lanes of traffic. I pressed on the accelerator to pickup speed, but when I let off the pedal the vehicle felt like it was continuing to accelerate similar to being on cruise control. I felt like I did not have control of the vehicle. I pressed on the brake pedal and let go to see if it would disengage the acceleration, but it did not. I then continued to press down on the brake pedal and pull over to the emergency lane and park the car. I had total of 6 passengers in vehicle with me, 4 adult and 2 children…
ABS sensor failed. Caused the warning lights to come on showing failure. The rear brakes locked up in an intersection as a result of sensor failure and I narrowly avoided a serious accident. This has happened twice. Each time when a sensor failed.
THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FAILED WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A BUSY CITY INTERSECTION. AFTER COASTING TO A STOP AND PUSHING THE VEHICLE OUT OF THE ROAD, NONE OF THE FORWARD OR REVERSE GEARS WOULD ENGAGE. TOWED THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHO IS ORDERING A NEW FRONT DIFFERENTIAL FROM GERMANY.
THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED INCREASED MOTOR OIL CONSUMPTION IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS . THE VEHICLE HAS USED ABOUT 3 QUARTS OF OIL IN LESS THAN 2,000 MILES. I WAS TOLD AT THE AUDI OF RIVERSIDE DEALER THAT THIS COMMON. THE VEHICLE HAD 98,000 MILES WHEN THE PROBLEM FIRST OCCURRED. HAS HAPPENED AGAIN AND IT'S ONLY BEEN DRIVEN 2,000 MILES SINCE MORE OIL WAS ADDED.
STARTED EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH MY CAR. DISCOVERED ABOUT 6 INCHES OF STANDING WATER IN MY SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT, ALSO WHERE MOST ELECTRICAL IS HOUSED. WATER FROM RAIN STORMS HAD SOMEHOW LEAKED INTO THIS COMPARTMENT. WAS TOLD IT WAS FROM SUNROOF DRAIN TUBES NOT WORKING PROPERLY.
PROBLEM IS THE BRAKES. SIX MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THIS SUV, THE BRAKES STARTED TO SQUEAK A LITTLE WHEN I SLOWED DOWN OR STOPPED. IT WOULD COME AND GO, ABOUT 2 MONTHS AFTER, IT HAPPENED MORE OFTEN, BUT I WAITED SINCE I HAD A MAINTENANCE COMING UP. I TOOK IT IN FOR MAINTENANCE ABOUT 5,000 MILES, MENTIONED IT TO THE SERVICE ATTENDANT AND HE TOLD ME THEY WOULD CHECK. I PICKED UP MY AUDI I WAS TOLD THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH MY BRAKES. AT THAT TIME THE ATTENDANT MENTIONED THAT OTHER Q7ʻS HAD SOMETHING GOING ON WITH THE BRAKES, BUT NOT MY Q7. I DID NOT HEAR IT FOR A COUPLE WEEKS AND…
2015 Audi Q7: questions owners ask
Is the 2015 Audi Q7 reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Audi Q7; the most common categories were engine (13, 28.9%), fuel/propulsion system (7, 15.6%), power train (4, 8.9%). There are 2 safety recalls. 1 complaint mentions a crash, 1 injury was reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Audi Q7?
Across 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (28.9% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (15.6% of complaints), power train (8.9% of complaints), service brakes (8.9% of complaints), vehicle speed control (8.9% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2015 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Audi Q7; the most recent (campaign 23V086000, 2023-02-15) concerns Equipment: Other: Labels. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2015 Audi Q7?
4 of the 45 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Audi Q7 (8.9%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Warranty will be over in 60 days; the Catalyst Coverter is going back, the Audi dealer and Audi Corporate are delaying the fixture do to some mis communication between dealer and corporate. The problem has to do with DEF gases not being cleanup." (NHTSA complaint 11682233, August 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is my 2015 Audi Q7 burning or losing oil?
3 of the 45 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Audi Q7 (6.7%) describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. One owner wrote: "Our 2015 Audi Q7 start using a lot of oil under 100,000 miles. Dealership replace turbocharger oil seals but that didn't fix the issue." (NHTSA complaint 11769636, October 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Can the sunroof on the 2015 Audi Q7 shatter or fail?
3 of the 45 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Audi Q7 (6.7%) describe the sunroof or panoramic roof shattering, exploding or failing. One owner wrote: "Driving down the highway, 70 mph, and the middle panel of the panoramic sunroof just shattered. Nothing struck the glass, and the highway was smooth; no potholes or bumps." (NHTSA complaint 11517594, April 2023). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Q7
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), DVSA anonymised MOT results (Open Government Licence v3.0), DVSA vehicle recalls (Open Government Licence v3.0), EU Safety Gate alerts (© European Union), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2015 only.