2012 AUDI A7
5 recalls, 48 complaints - 1,539 TSBs
18V370000 Jun 4, 2018
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occ... Read more
Consequence
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
17V781000 Dec 6, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
16V646000 Sep 7, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 and Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the under hood fuel pump and fuel hose, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 24BZ.
15V823000 Dec 8, 2015
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 vehicles manufactured March 28, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles manufactured January 25, 2011, to March 19, 2013. In vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant... Read more
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D1.
15V019000 Jan 20, 2015
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
48 total complaints
2 crashes 3 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 7 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| STEERING | 6 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| ENGINE | 4 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| TIRES | 2 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 2 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Oct 12, 2022
Incident date: Sep 14, 2021
Oil system. A quart of oil has to be added every day. Dealership says its crank case breather. Which the supercharge cause the oil to burn more. Also the antifreeze is burning more because the engine is so hot from the oil burning rapidly. Audi is aware and fails to do anything about this known issu... Read more
STEERING
Mar 17, 2022
Incident date: Mar 12, 2022
As I was driving with my 4 year old daughter in the vehicle, while making a left turn my vehicle steering wheel locked or seemed to lock on me with no warning, and then the "DO NOT DRIVE VEHICLE" indicator appeared. Thank God I was able to safety steer into a driveway. Inspection is available upon ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 14, 2022
Incident date: Dec 19, 2021
Passenger seat airbag light is on .
POWER TRAIN
Jan 12, 2022
Incident date: Jan 9, 2022
I have seen at least three other complaints with NHTSA on this same item all with different headings. Check engine light comes on at high speeds while highway driving. Pull Engine code and comes back as P2753 - Valve for transmission fluid cooler circuit open. Had to replace coolant control valve... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 26, 2021
Incident date: Jun 1, 2021
As I reported on June 3, I drove my car onto my office parking lot, up- hill, in the afternoon, when suddenly my car raced, without my stepping on the accelerator to make it race, crushed into the first car parked there. That car was pushed into the wheel of the neighboring car, which fortunately w... Read more
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jun 4, 2021
Incident date: May 30, 2021
The contact owns a 2012 Audi A7. The contact stated that after driving from a stop sign into a four-way intersection at approximately 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Upon inspection, it was discovered that fuel had leaked from the engine compartment and was caused by a detached fuel lin... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 3, 2021
Incident date: May 31, 2021
The gas pedal must have been stuck, as the car raced across parking lot, into the first parked car there. that car was pushed into the next car, fortunately a big, sturdy car. and fortunately into the wheel of that next car. Also, fortunately, no people there at that time. I contacted my Audi dealer... Read more
Crash
WHEELS
Jul 21, 2020
Incident date: Jul 21, 2020
I BOUGHT A 2012 AUDI A7 PRESTIGE FROM CARVANA ONLINE IN DECEMBER 2019, FEW DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS. AT THE END OF JANUARY, I'D AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR, WHICH NEEDED IT TO GO TO THE SHOP FOR REPAIRS. AT THE SHOP, I FOUND OUT THAT MY WHEELS WERE STAGGERED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LOWERED THAN ITS ORIGINAL ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 21, 2020
Incident date: Jul 21, 2020
I BOUGHT A 2012 AUDI A7 PRESTIGE FROM CARVANA ONLINE IN DECEMBER 2019, FEW DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS. AT THE END OF JANUARY, I'D AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR, WHICH NEEDED IT TO GO TO THE SHOP FOR REPAIRS. AT THE SHOP, I FOUND OUT THAT MY WHEELS WERE STAGGERED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LOWERED THAN ITS ORIGINAL ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 21, 2020
Incident date: Jul 21, 2020
I BOUGHT A 2012 AUDI A7 PRESTIGE FROM CARVANA ONLINE IN DECEMBER 2019, FEW DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS. AT THE END OF JANUARY, I'D AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR, WHICH NEEDED IT TO GO TO THE SHOP FOR REPAIRS. AT THE SHOP, I FOUND OUT THAT MY WHEELS WERE STAGGERED AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LOWERED THAN ITS ORIGINAL ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 26, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2019
WHILE DRIVING MY 2012 AUDI A7 ON THE HIGHWAY, RECEIVED NUMEROUS ERROR MESSAGES WITHOUT WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH, STALL, AND DRIVE ERRATICALLY WITH LIMITED DRIVING AND BRAKING CONTROL. SITUATION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING. AUDI DEALERSHIP STATED THAT A CO... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 26, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. "0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING " UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mar 26, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. "0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING " UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 26, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. "0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING " UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED.
ENGINE
Mar 26, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2019
WHILE DRIVING MY 2012 AUDI A7 ON THE HIGHWAY, RECEIVED NUMEROUS ERROR MESSAGES WITHOUT WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH, STALL, AND DRIVE ERRATICALLY WITH LIMITED DRIVING AND BRAKING CONTROL. SITUATION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING. AUDI DEALERSHIP STATED THAT A CO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 4, 2020
Incident date: Feb 25, 2020
CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. "0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING " UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED.
POWER TRAIN
Oct 21, 2019
Incident date: Oct 7, 2019
VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION BY THE DEALERSHIP, I WAS INFORMED THAT A COOLANT VALVE CONNECTED TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE HAD FAILED. THIS RESULTED IN COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE MODULE AND THEREBY DAMAGING IT. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT IN A SIMILAR VEHICLE OF THE SAME YEAR.
STEERING
Apr 15, 2019
Incident date: Apr 8, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE STEERING ASSIST WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO MANEUVER THE STEERING WHEEL AND DRIVE HOME. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED AND... Read more
AIR BAGS
Feb 26, 2019
Incident date: Jun 11, 2018
NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 18V370 NO PODS REPAIR KITS AVAILABLE FOR EXISTING CUSTOMERS DRIVING AROUND IN VEHICLES WHILE AUDI ISSUED STOP SALE ON CARS IN STOCK AT THEIR FACILITY WITH THE DANGEROUS PART. THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO STRESS/WEAR FACTORS AFFECTIN... Read more
WHEELS
Jan 9, 2019
Incident date: Sep 28, 2018
EXCESS ROAD NOISE WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION 40-80MPH. SOUNDS LIKE DRONING HUMMING NOISE INDICATIVE OF EXCESSIVE WHEEL BEARING WEAR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 18, 2018
MY 2012 AUDI A7 SHUT OFF AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. TOOK IT TO AUDI MEMPHIS AND THEY STATED THERE WAS A LEAK IN MY TRANS COOLANT CONTROL VALUE. AFTER DOING A LITTLE RESEARCH I FOUND THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM IN AUDI'S. THE REPAIR IS ABOUT 6,500 DOLLARS.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 18, 2018
MY 2012 AUDI A7 SHUT OFF AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. TOOK IT TO AUDI MEMPHIS AND THEY STATED THERE WAS A LEAK IN MY TRANS COOLANT CONTROL VALUE. AFTER DOING A LITTLE RESEARCH I FOUND THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM IN AUDI'S. THE REPAIR IS ABOUT 6,500 DOLLARS.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dec 29, 2018
Incident date: Sep 18, 2018
MY 2012 AUDI A7 SHUT OFF AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. TOOK IT TO AUDI MEMPHIS AND THEY STATED THERE WAS A LEAK IN MY TRANS COOLANT CONTROL VALUE. AFTER DOING A LITTLE RESEARCH I FOUND THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM IN AUDI'S. THE REPAIR IS ABOUT 6,500 DOLLARS.
AIR BAGS
Dec 8, 2018
Incident date: Dec 5, 2018
RECEIVED NOTICE SOME TIME AGO ABOUT RECALL AFFECTING PASSENGER AIRBAG. MONTHS HAVE PASSED AND AUDI HERE CLAIMS STILL DO NOT HAVE PARTS FOR RECALL. I ALSO EARLIER FILED A COMPLAINT ABOUT A SHORT IN THE WIRING HARNESS DISABLING THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG (WHICH I NOW BELIEVE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE HEATED SE... Read more
STEERING
Aug 28, 2018
Incident date: Apr 16, 2018
TAKATA RECALL, MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE APRIL 2018. AUDI OF ANNAPOLIS INFORMED ME THAT I HAVE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER STEERING WHEEL FOR $4000 TO REPLACE A FAULTY AIRBIG, WHY? I HAVE NO HORN AND NO AIR BAG AND I'M TERRIFIED TO DRIVE MY CAR. I'VE BEEN RENTING CARS SINCE APRIL. MY CAR IS ALSO OV... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 28, 2018
Incident date: Apr 16, 2018
TAKATA RECALL, MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE APRIL 2018. AUDI OF ANNAPOLIS INFORMED ME THAT I HAVE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER STEERING WHEEL FOR $4000 TO REPLACE A FAULTY AIRBIG, WHY? I HAVE NO HORN AND NO AIR BAG AND I'M TERRIFIED TO DRIVE MY CAR. I'VE BEEN RENTING CARS SINCE APRIL. MY CAR IS ALSO OV... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 28, 2018
Incident date: Apr 16, 2018
TAKATA RECALL, MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE APRIL 2018. AUDI OF ANNAPOLIS INFORMED ME THAT I HAVE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER STEERING WHEEL FOR $4000 TO REPLACE A FAULTY AIRBIG, WHY? I HAVE NO HORN AND NO AIR BAG AND I'M TERRIFIED TO DRIVE MY CAR. I'VE BEEN RENTING CARS SINCE APRIL. MY CAR IS ALSO OV... Read more
SEATS
Aug 18, 2018
Incident date: Aug 6, 2018
PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) RECALL. MY VEHICLE'S PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM IS CURRENTLY MALFUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE PRESENCE OF A PASSENGER 100% OF THE TIME DURING ALL OPERATIONS STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT REMAINS LIT 100% OF THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 18, 2018
Incident date: Aug 6, 2018
PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) RECALL. MY VEHICLE'S PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM IS CURRENTLY MALFUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE PRESENCE OF A PASSENGER 100% OF THE TIME DURING ALL OPERATIONS STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT REMAINS LIT 100% OF THE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 9, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING MY 2012 AUDI A7 ON THE HIGHWAY, RECEIVED NUMEROUS ERROR MESSAGES WITHOUT WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH, STALL, AND DRIVE ERRATICALLY WITH LIMITED DRIVING AND BRAKING CONTROL. SITUATION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING. AUDI DEALERSHIP STATED THAT A CO... Read more
STEERING
Aug 9, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING MY 2012 AUDI A7 ON THE HIGHWAY, RECEIVED NUMEROUS ERROR MESSAGES WITHOUT WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH, STALL, AND DRIVE ERRATICALLY WITH LIMITED DRIVING AND BRAKING CONTROL. SITUATION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING. AUDI DEALERSHIP STATED THAT A CO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 9, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING MY 2012 AUDI A7 ON THE HIGHWAY, RECEIVED NUMEROUS ERROR MESSAGES WITHOUT WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH, STALL, AND DRIVE ERRATICALLY WITH LIMITED DRIVING AND BRAKING CONTROL. SITUATION WAS VERY UNSAFE AND POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING. AUDI DEALERSHIP STATED THAT A CO... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 19, 2018
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT'S SON NOTICED A FUEL AND BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ... Read more
Fire
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 23, 2018
Incident date: Mar 23, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. AFTER DRIVING, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE. WHILE WAITING IN LINE AT A STORE, A PASSERBY INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AS FLAMES ERUPTED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO ... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Mar 23, 2018
Incident date: Mar 23, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. AFTER DRIVING, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE. WHILE WAITING IN LINE AT A STORE, A PASSERBY INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AS FLAMES ERUPTED FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE TO ... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 27, 2017
Incident date: Sep 25, 2017
I WAS TOLD TODAY THAT THE AIRBAG LIGHT WHICH WOULD NOT GO OUT IS BECAUSE OF A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS (WHICH EVEN THE DEALERSHIP THINKS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM THOUGH I DO NOT KNOW IF THEY TOLD THAT TO AUDI) TO FIX THIS, AND ASSURE THAT MY AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY, THEY WANT OVER 18 THOUSAND D... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 27, 2017
Incident date: Sep 25, 2017
I WAS TOLD TODAY THAT THE AIRBAG LIGHT WHICH WOULD NOT GO OUT IS BECAUSE OF A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS (WHICH EVEN THE DEALERSHIP THINKS IS A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM THOUGH I DO NOT KNOW IF THEY TOLD THAT TO AUDI) TO FIX THIS, AND ASSURE THAT MY AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY, THEY WANT OVER 18 THOUSAND D... Read more
STEERING
Aug 14, 2017
Incident date: Jul 21, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED RANDOMLY. THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF ACCELERATION AND POWER EACH TIME THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, WHICH RESET THE CODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPEND... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 4, 2017
Incident date: Apr 27, 2017
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT THE "COOLANT VALVE LEAKED INTO THE WIRING HARNESS AND SHORTED THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. MAY HAVE CAUSE AN UNEXPECTED STALL OF THE VEHICLE."
ENGINE
May 4, 2017
Incident date: Apr 27, 2017
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT THE "COOLANT VALVE LEAKED INTO THE WIRING HARNESS AND SHORTED THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. MAY HAVE CAUSE AN UNEXPECTED STALL OF THE VEHICLE."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 4, 2017
Incident date: Apr 27, 2017
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT THE "COOLANT VALVE LEAKED INTO THE WIRING HARNESS AND SHORTED THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. MAY HAVE CAUSE AN UNEXPECTED STALL OF THE VEHICLE."
AIR BAGS
Mar 22, 2017
Incident date: Mar 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY WHILE THE SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR FAILED AND NE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 24, 2017
Incident date: Dec 21, 2016
WHEN THE IGNITION IN THIS CAR IS TURNED OFF, IT DOES NOT NEED TO BE IN THE PARK POSITION. YOU CAN TURN THE CAR OFF IN REVERSE OR DRIVE. THIS HAPPENS TO ME ON A ROUTINE BASIS AND IN TWO INSTANCES THE CAR HAS ROLLED BACKWARD WHILE IN GEAR. I WAS FORTUNATE ENOUGH THAT NO ONE WAS INJURED BY THE VEHIC... Read more
TIRES
Jul 29, 2014
Incident date: Jul 28, 2014
2012 AUDI A7; 4 SIDEWALL "BUBBLING" BLOWOUTS IN A YEAR. BEING VERY CAREFUL TO MAINTAIN CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE, AND NORMAL CITY DRIVING. TWO BLOWOUTS OCCURED WHEN CAR WAS IN PARK. VEHICLE DEALER MAINTAINS BLOWOUTS ARE DUE TO ROAD HAZARDS AND THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE. *JS
TIRES
Jul 28, 2014
Incident date: Jul 28, 2014
OVER THE PAST 6 MONTHS 3 OUT OF MY 4 CONTINENTAL CONTIPROCONTAC TIRES HAVE DEVELOPED "BUBBLES" IN THE SIDE WALL. WHEN THE 1ST (OR EVEN PERHAPS THE 2ND) TIRE DEVELOPED THIS PROBLEM, IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN ATTRIBUTED TO POT HOLES. IT IS SUMMER NOW AND I HAVE DRIVEN VERY LITTLE BUT THE 3RD TIRE HAS PRESENT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 10, 2014
Incident date: Oct 18, 2013
OCTOBER 18, 2013. VEHICLE ABRUPTLY LOST POWER STEERING AND ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ON THE AT 72 MILES PER HOUR JUST IN FRONT OF A CONSTRUCTION ZONE. I WAS FORCED TO CROSS INTO THE RIGHT HAND LANE WITH NO ACCELERATION OR POWER STEERING AND BRING THE VEHICLE TO A HALT APPROX... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 10, 2014
Incident date: Oct 18, 2013
OCTOBER 18, 2013. VEHICLE ABRUPTLY LOST POWER STEERING AND ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ON THE AT 72 MILES PER HOUR JUST IN FRONT OF A CONSTRUCTION ZONE. I WAS FORCED TO CROSS INTO THE RIGHT HAND LANE WITH NO ACCELERATION OR POWER STEERING AND BRING THE VEHICLE TO A HALT APPROX... Read more
STEERING
Apr 10, 2014
Incident date: Oct 18, 2013
OCTOBER 18, 2013. VEHICLE ABRUPTLY LOST POWER STEERING AND ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ON THE AT 72 MILES PER HOUR JUST IN FRONT OF A CONSTRUCTION ZONE. I WAS FORCED TO CROSS INTO THE RIGHT HAND LANE WITH NO ACCELERATION OR POWER STEERING AND BRING THE VEHICLE TO A HALT APPROX... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 AUDI A7
2012 Audi A7 4 DR AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 AUDI A7
1,539 manufacturer communications from 1076 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 155 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 133 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 111 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 95 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 94 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 77 |
| 010000 STEERING | 59 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 57 |
A872474202012414
Apr 29, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the air conditioning is no longer operative; DTC 00457, 00256, 01592.
A9024842032113_9
Apr 16, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.
A9624962027416_7
Apr 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the sunglass holder will not close or is stuck closed.
A9024832059335_5
Apr 11, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.
A9424762073332_2
Apr 8, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.
A2724712067906_5
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.
A5724342017082_1
Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
A9624952073471_1
Mar 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when various driver assistance systems are unavailable - DTC C110702, B201200.
A9424742073332_1
Mar 12, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A9424742073332_1
Mar 12, 2024
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.
A9424722073282_1
Mar 9, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A9424722073282_1
Mar 9, 2024
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
A4824612034351_1
Feb 19, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
A4824612034351_1
Feb 19, 2024
012000 STEERING:COLUMN
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
A9124632044694_3
Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
A6824452038904_2
Feb 6, 2024
114710 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER
This bulletin provides information when the power outlet compartment is detached from the center console.
A6424972062618_4
Jan 18, 2024
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
This bulletin provides information when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative in freezing weather.
A0023822047812_7
Dec 22, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.
A912306202432310
Dec 21, 2023
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A912306202432310
Dec 21, 2023
118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A4523362072304_1
Dec 13, 2023
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
A9023562032113_8
Nov 16, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
A6623042030471_7
Nov 14, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
A6423952062618_3
Nov 10, 2023
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
This bulletin provides information for when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative during freezing weather.
A0023812070568_2
Nov 7, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A9423672071954_1
Oct 30, 2023
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
A7423262071893_1
Oct 25, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0023762071721_1
Oct 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).
A0123812028842_4
Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).
A0023742052680_4
Oct 4, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
A0023712070568_1
Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A9123262071264_1
Aug 23, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A8723452041717_9
Jul 19, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
A6423922020552_1
Jul 19, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
A9023322059335_4
Jul 19, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information for when there is noise from the area around the instrument cluster.
A922336203815115
Jul 17, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
A4623452070679_1
Jun 20, 2023
046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
This bulletin provides information for when one or more DC is stored in the ABS control unit related to the parking switch; DTC C100C07 and/or C100C29.
A4823412028220_1
Jun 20, 2023
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.
A102326201828810
Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.
A9423652061922_3
Jun 8, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides detailed information on the proper documentation of optical concerns for headlights and taillights.
A5723082027406_5
Jun 5, 2023
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
This bulletin provides information regarding the Audi advanced key.
A922335203815114
May 22, 2023
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer level warning is on but the reservoir is full.
A0023702021205_7
May 12, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin provides instructions for ordering replacement Safety Certification labels or VIN plates.
A912394201818713
May 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.
A0023692031473_4
May 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.
A0023692031473_4
May 8, 2023
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.
A9423632061922_2
May 8, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.
A4423992056386_9
Apr 19, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
A4423982056386_8
Apr 18, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A4623432069904_1
Apr 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
A9023222032113_7
Apr 13, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
A192336202530314
Mar 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on the discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
A4023512023187_7
Mar 23, 2023
010000 STEERING
This bulletin states that squeaking noises which may be more prevalent in wet weather during steering is normal and repair is not needed.
A402352202431813
Mar 23, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
A9623822056019_2
Feb 14, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not go off at all. No DTCs are stored.
A462341203418123
Feb 7, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides instructions for brake noise analysis and handling.
A9223332038151
Feb 6, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS but the washer solvent level is correct.
A012341201475312
Feb 6, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
A012341201475312
Feb 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
DC_Alternator_6
Jan 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A6623942049680_2
Jan 23, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
A4423972022563_2
Jan 20, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This bulletin provides instructions for when a vibration is felt in the floor, seat, footwell, pedals or steering wheel while driving at highway speeds from 55 - 80 mph.
DC_Alternator_5
Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
DC_Alternator_4
Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A8023122062583_2
Jan 17, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven cabin heating from the HVAC system.
DC_Alternator_3
Jan 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A9123592036576_7
Jan 9, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
This bulletin advises that the MMI screen may freeze, or go blank and then restart when a special character like a symbol or emoticon is used in the name field for contact(s).
DC_Alternator_2
Jan 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A4623402069078_1
Jan 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during service work.
A5123262068999_1
Jan 5, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin provides instruction for when a customer advises that a visible line of corrosion is forming in the roof.
DC_Alternator
Dec 22, 2022
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
DC_RECALLS
Dec 19, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
A572200202203210
Dec 9, 2022
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
A462234203418122
Aug 11, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A4822342065978_2
Jul 19, 2022
012000 STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:HAND HEATER/COOLER
This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
A642285202055211
Jul 5, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
A642285202055211
Jul 5, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
SM 48-2022
Jun 15, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A4622332051095_7
Jun 9, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
A4622332051095_7
Jun 9, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
SM 47-2022
Jun 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A462232203418121
Jun 3, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
A4522262067132_1
May 23, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the message "Audi pre sense currently restricted. See owner's manual" is displayed in the instrument cluster without DTCs.
A4622312051095_6
May 19, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
A442292202256321
May 10, 2022
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
A8722272041717_8
May 6, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements.
A6422832062618_2
Apr 16, 2022
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
This bulletin provides directions on how to deice a frozen door on vehicles with frameless windows.
A872225201014617
Apr 16, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor from the heating and ventilation system.
A9022572032113_6
Apr 14, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This is an informational bulletin containing information about the outside temperature reading.
A9022582059335_3
Apr 14, 2022
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
A402238202431812
Apr 14, 2022
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin describes the proper procedure to address a clicking or clacking noise from the wheel bearing
Showing 100 of 1,539 bulletins.
AUDI A7 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the AUDI A7 across all model years (2012, 2025).
58
Total Recalls
217
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
14
Reported Crashes
7
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
AUDI A7 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.