2009 AUDI Q7

3 recalls, 34 complaints - 901 TSBs

23V086000 Feb 15, 2023
TIRES
Defect Description
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 Vehic... Read more
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
12,100 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
18V818000 Nov 19, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement re... Read more
Consequence
The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
5,987 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
16V660000 Sep 13, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to 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 inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016.... Read more
143,214 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

34 total complaints 1 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7
ENGINE3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
VISIBILITY/WIPER3
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL2
POWER TRAIN2
AIR BAGS2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER2
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC1
SEATS Aug 3, 2021
Incident date: Jul 16, 2021
I purchased this vehicle used on 7/14/21 from Audi of Des Moines. Not even 3 days after purchasing, the rear view mirror fell down, the back of the front driver and passenger seats came off, the car had been hail damaged at the dealership but they didn't inspect the entire car so I have to replace ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 3, 2021
Incident date: Jul 16, 2021
I purchased this vehicle used on 7/14/21 from Audi of Des Moines. Not even 3 days after purchasing, the rear view mirror fell down, the back of the front driver and passenger seats came off, the car had been hail damaged at the dealership but they didn't inspect the entire car so I have to replace ... Read more
ENGINE Jul 12, 2021
Incident date: Jun 27, 2021
I was driving my 2009 Audi Q7 last June 27,2021 at 5 pm in interstate 5N my speed is 70mph when i heard a beep sound , Air bag and Hood light on flashes in the dash board and i decided to pull over on the shoulder lane when my wife noticed that smoke coming out in front of the engine, i stopped the ... Read more
Fire 2 injured
VISIBILITY/WIPER Nov 15, 2020
Incident date: Sep 17, 2020
WHILE DRIVING IN MODERATE RAIN WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON, THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER FLEW OFF. I ORDERED A NEW PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER AND IT WORKED FOR A MONTH. THEN THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER FROZE DURING USE, CAUSING THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER TO HIT IT.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 9, 2020
Incident date: Apr 7, 2020
FUEL LEAKING TOP OF LEFT SIDE FUEL TANK AT FUEL PUMP CONNECTIONS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 17, 2020
Incident date: Jan 7, 2020
CAR BOSE AMPLIFIER RECEIVES WATER FROM PANORAMA ROOF DAMAGING THE ENTIRE PINS SYSTEM, GPS AND BLUETOOTH SYSTEM.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 13, 2019
Incident date: Mar 17, 2019
I HAVE A 2009 AUDI Q7 DIESEL BOUGHT FROM DEALERSHIP MARCH 2019 AFTER IT HAD BEEN SOLD TO THE PUBLIC ONCE AUDI DID EMISSIONS RECALLS , AFTER I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE HAD ISSUES WITH IT 10 DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT IT I TOOK IT BACK DEALERSHIP WANTS TO HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH HELPING ME EVEN THOUGH IT STILL HA... Read more
ENGINE Nov 13, 2019
Incident date: Mar 17, 2019
I HAVE A 2009 AUDI Q7 DIESEL BOUGHT FROM DEALERSHIP MARCH 2019 AFTER IT HAD BEEN SOLD TO THE PUBLIC ONCE AUDI DID EMISSIONS RECALLS , AFTER I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE HAD ISSUES WITH IT 10 DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT IT I TOOK IT BACK DEALERSHIP WANTS TO HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH HELPING ME EVEN THOUGH IT STILL HA... Read more
POWER TRAIN Nov 13, 2019
Incident date: Mar 17, 2019
I HAVE A 2009 AUDI Q7 DIESEL BOUGHT FROM DEALERSHIP MARCH 2019 AFTER IT HAD BEEN SOLD TO THE PUBLIC ONCE AUDI DID EMISSIONS RECALLS , AFTER I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE HAD ISSUES WITH IT 10 DAYS AFTER I BOUGHT IT I TOOK IT BACK DEALERSHIP WANTS TO HAVE NOTHING TO DO WITH HELPING ME EVEN THOUGH IT STILL HA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 27, 2019
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
SUNROOF DRAIN LINE CONNECTOR, WATER LEAK ON TOP OF THE RADIO BOSE AMPLIER
STRUCTURE:BODY Sep 27, 2019
Incident date: Sep 1, 2019
SUNROOF DRAIN LINE CONNECTOR, WATER LEAK ON TOP OF THE RADIO BOSE AMPLIER
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 26, 2019
Incident date: Jul 20, 2019
NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL IN THE ENCLOSED GARAGE WHERE THE VEHICLE IS KEPT. RESEARCHED THE ISSUE ONLINE AND DISCOVERED SEVERAL INSTANCES WHERE THE PRESSURIZED FUEL FILTER ASSEMBLY ON TOP OF THE FUEL TANK (LEFT SIDE, BENEATH SECOND ROW REAR SEAT) DEVELOPS CRACKS IN THE PLASTIC AND EMITS A FINE ... Read more
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES Feb 19, 2019
Incident date: Oct 15, 2018
THE PASSANGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS DURING HEAVY RAIN CONDITIONS.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER Feb 19, 2019
Incident date: Oct 15, 2018
THE PASSANGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS DURING HEAVY RAIN CONDITIONS.
VISIBILITY/WIPER Feb 19, 2019
Incident date: Oct 15, 2018
THE PASSANGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF WHILE DRIVING. IT WAS DURING HEAVY RAIN CONDITIONS.
POWER TRAIN Nov 20, 2017
Incident date: Nov 6, 2017
WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, THIS VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY LOSES POWER. A WARNING ON THE DASH SHOWS "GEARBOX MALFUNCTION" AND THE VEHICLE GOES INTO LIMP MODE. ONCE OVER SO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE CAN BE TURNED OFF, AND THEN RESTARTED. ONCE RESTARTED, NO WARNING LIGHTS ARE VISIBLE AND T... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Nov 8, 2017
THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD ARM SNAPPED OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING UNDER ORDINARY CONDITIONS AT A SLOW SPEED. IT FLEW OFF THE VEHICLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Mar 10, 2017
Incident date: Mar 10, 2017
I RECENTLY MOVED FROM BOSTON TO MADRID / SPAIN BRINGING MY CAR WITH ME (NOVEMBER) AT THE SAME TIME, IN NOVEMBER 2016, I WAS INFORMED WITH RESPECT TO A SAFETY RECALL 20W9 I CONTACTED AUDI OF AMERICA TO GET A SOLUTION. AUDI US REDIRECTED ME TO AN AUDI DEALER IN SPAIN TO GET THE ISSUE FIXED. T... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 21, 2016
Incident date: Apr 18, 2016
AFTER MAJOR SERVICE CHECK STARTED SMELLING GAS PERCEDED WITH HEADACHES AND FALLING ASLEEP DRIVING,CALLED SERVICE DEPARTMENT WITH COMPLAINT TOOK CAR BACK TO DEALER WAS TOLD FUEL WAS LEAKING,FUEL FILTER CRACKED, ASKED WHY WASN'T IT CHECK DURING SERVICE WAS TOLD IT WASN'T PART OF SERVICE,ASKED WAS MY ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 25, 2015
Incident date: Aug 8, 2015
DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG AND IGNITOR REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE IN AUGUST 2015. I LIVE IN GLEN ST. MARY, FLORIDA. THE COMPUTER SHOWED FAILURE OF AIR BAG ON DASH BOARD. I HAVE DEALER RECORDS OF REPAIR. THIS WAS NOT A FUNCTION OF AN ACCIDENT.
AIR BAGS Nov 25, 2015
Incident date: Aug 8, 2015
DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG AND IGNITOR REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE IN AUGUST 2015. I LIVE IN GLEN ST. MARY, FLORIDA. THE COMPUTER SHOWED FAILURE OF AIR BAG ON DASH BOARD. I HAVE DEALER RECORDS OF REPAIR. THIS WAS NOT A FUNCTION OF AN ACCIDENT.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 5, 2015
Incident date: May 16, 2015
ACCORDING TO AUDI ATLANTA THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP) EXPLODED. THIS SMALL BUT CONTAINED EXPLOSION WAS CENTERED WITHIN THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ITSELF BUT THEN SENT SMALL METAL FRAGMENTS THOROUGH THE FUEL SYSTEM FROM DIESEL FUEL TANK THROUGH THE INJECTORS. DUE TO THIS 10K+ IN PARTS AND 4K+... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 5, 2015
Incident date: May 16, 2015
ACCORDING TO AUDI ATLANTA THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP) EXPLODED. THIS SMALL BUT CONTAINED EXPLOSION WAS CENTERED WITHIN THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ITSELF BUT THEN SENT SMALL METAL FRAGMENTS THOROUGH THE FUEL SYSTEM FROM DIESEL FUEL TANK THROUGH THE INJECTORS. DUE TO THIS 10K+ IN PARTS AND 4K+... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 5, 2015
Incident date: May 16, 2015
ACCORDING TO AUDI ATLANTA THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP) EXPLODED. THIS SMALL BUT CONTAINED EXPLOSION WAS CENTERED WITHIN THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ITSELF BUT THEN SENT SMALL METAL FRAGMENTS THOROUGH THE FUEL SYSTEM FROM DIESEL FUEL TANK THROUGH THE INJECTORS. DUE TO THIS 10K+ IN PARTS AND 4K+... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE Jan 8, 2015
Incident date: Dec 16, 2014
TAILGATE ON MY CAR DOES NOT OPEN ALL THE WAY UP LIKE IT USED TO, SOMETIMES WHEN IT STOPS AND SOMEONE TRIES TO REACH INSIDE IT CLOSES BY ITSELF, THIS HAPPENED WHEN MY WIFE WAS TRYING TO TAKE SOMETHING OUT OF THE TRUNK. IF I DID NOT GRAB THE TAILGATE AND STOP IT COULD CRUSH MY WIFE'S HANDS. CALLED AU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 8, 2015
Incident date: Dec 16, 2014
TAILGATE ON MY CAR DOES NOT OPEN ALL THE WAY UP LIKE IT USED TO, SOMETIMES WHEN IT STOPS AND SOMEONE TRIES TO REACH INSIDE IT CLOSES BY ITSELF, THIS HAPPENED WHEN MY WIFE WAS TRYING TO TAKE SOMETHING OUT OF THE TRUNK. IF I DID NOT GRAB THE TAILGATE AND STOP IT COULD CRUSH MY WIFE'S HANDS. CALLED AU... Read more
AIR BAGS Apr 28, 2014
Incident date: Dec 26, 2013
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER PERFORMED A FUNCTION TEST. THE TEST FAILED BECAUSE OF A FAULTY AIR BAG MODULE THAT HAD AN ESTIMATED REPLACEMENT COST OF $1294.12 I WAS TOLD THAT THIS WOULD BE AT MY EXPENSE AS SAFETY COMPONENTS WERE NOT REPLACED BEYOND THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURES WARRANTIES. *JS
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Nov 19, 2013
Incident date: Nov 16, 2013
CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD. POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. METAL PARTICLES ALL OVER THE FUEL SYSTEM. CAR NEEDS A NEW ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Nov 19, 2013
Incident date: Nov 16, 2013
CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD. POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. METAL PARTICLES ALL OVER THE FUEL SYSTEM. CAR NEEDS A NEW ENGINE AND FUEL SYSTEM. *TR
ENGINE Sep 18, 2012
Incident date: Sep 15, 2012
IGNITION COIL LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE ENGINE BEGAN SPUTTERING. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY TO ATTEMPT TO TURN AROUND AND TAKE VEHICLE HOME. CAR STALLED OUT AND WOULD NOT RESTART. HAD TO GET IT TOWED TO AUDI DEALER. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Sep 18, 2012
Incident date: Sep 15, 2012
IGNITION COIL LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE ENGINE BEGAN SPUTTERING. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY TO ATTEMPT TO TURN AROUND AND TAKE VEHICLE HOME. CAR STALLED OUT AND WOULD NOT RESTART. HAD TO GET IT TOWED TO AUDI DEALER. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR Mar 7, 2011
Incident date: Feb 24, 2011
WE TOOK OUR 2009 AUDI Q7 IN TO CHANGE THE HEADLAMP. WHILE THERE, AUDIT INFORMED US THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. WE WERE SURPRISED GIVEN THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 25,037 MILES ON IT. AUDI INFORMED US THAT THIS IS A PROBLEM THEY HAVE BEEN HAVING WITH THE Q7 AND THAT THE BRAKES ARE HAVING ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 29, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2010
I STARTED THE LEMON LAW PROCESS A YEAR AGO FOR THIS VEHICLE THINKING THAT IT WAS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE ONLY RECENTLY BEEN INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM I AM EXPERIENCING IS A DESIGN FEATURE, THEY EVEN CALLED IT A "SAFETY FEATURE" - BUT IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. IF YOUR FOOT TOUCHES THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE YOUR AR... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Nov 29, 2010
Incident date: Nov 1, 2010
I STARTED THE LEMON LAW PROCESS A YEAR AGO FOR THIS VEHICLE THINKING THAT IT WAS DEFECTIVE. I HAVE ONLY RECENTLY BEEN INFORMED THAT THE PROBLEM I AM EXPERIENCING IS A DESIGN FEATURE, THEY EVEN CALLED IT A "SAFETY FEATURE" - BUT IT IS VERY DANGEROUS. IF YOUR FOOT TOUCHES THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE YOUR AR... Read more

EPA Fuel Economy, 2009 AUDI Q7

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
4.2L 8-cyl, Automatic (S6) (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) 13.0 18.0 15.0 Premium $5,050
3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) 14.0 20.0 16.0 Premium $4,750
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S6) (All-Wheel Drive) 17.0 24.0 20.0 Diesel $4,000

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2009 AUDI Q7

901 manufacturer communications from 599 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL88
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM79
350000 EQUIPMENT72
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING53
060000 ENGINE (PWS)39
020000 SUSPENSION36
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE34
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE32
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.
A5724342017082_1 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.
A9124632044694_3 Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
A912306202432310 Dec 21, 2023
118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A912306202432310 Dec 21, 2023
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
A9023562032113_8 Nov 16, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
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
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.
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.
A7423262071893_1 Oct 25, 2023
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
A0123812028842_4 Oct 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).
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).
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).
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
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A9123262071264_1 Aug 23, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
A102326201828810 Jun 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.
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.
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.
A232357204075211 Mar 3, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This bulletin provides instructions for when the MIL is on, and the vehicle either runs roughly or does not start in the presence of one or more of the following DTCs: P008700, P008800, P019100
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
DC_Alternator_4 Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
DC_Alternator_5 Jan 19, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
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).
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.
DC_Alternator_2 Jan 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
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.
DC_TDIReminder Oct 6, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TDI Reminder message
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.
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.
A442292202256321 May 10, 2022
010000 STEERING
This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
A9022572032113_6 Apr 14, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This is an informational bulletin containing information about the outside temperature reading.
DC_20220329 Mar 29, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy
A1722172060750_3 Mar 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
A9122752024323_9 Feb 7, 2022
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
A9122752024323_9 Feb 7, 2022
118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
A9122752024323_9 Feb 7, 2022
118530 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
A462226202258411 Jan 31, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
A192228202530313 Jan 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
A192228202530313 Jan 28, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
A192227202530312 Jan 10, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
A192227202530312 Jan 10, 2022
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
A002155201173212 Dec 15, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
DC 20210928 Sep 28, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer Communication - Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy Update - Effective September 30, 2021
A9121342018187_1 Sep 22, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
A0121102028842_3 Sep 1, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin gives instructions for identifying chip tuning.
A0021482021205_6 Jun 25, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
A0021482021205_6 Jun 25, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
SM 48-2021 Jun 14, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
SM 48-2021 Jun 14, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
SM 44-2021 Jun 2, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
A9121042024323_8 May 18, 2021
118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
A9121042024323_8 May 18, 2021
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
A0021442052680_3 May 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage).
A1021222018288_9 May 13, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine.
A1021222018288_9 May 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine.
A9021032058077_5 May 13, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
A9021032058077_5 May 13, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
ELSAallignAudi Apr 30, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w
A9021002032113_5 Apr 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
A4021242016453_4 Apr 21, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
A5721752022032_9 Apr 1, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
A5721752022032_9 Apr 1, 2021
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
A9121862062713_1 Mar 29, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active.
A9421362023322_3 Mar 18, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin contains information on the different shading of LED headlights.
A4621252054385_2 Feb 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill).
A4621252054385_2 Feb 25, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill).
A462123202258410 Feb 10, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
A1721122060750_2 Feb 2, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
A9121642024323_7 Jan 25, 2021
054100 PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL:CONTROL MODULE
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
SM C-2020 Dec 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
Circular 23BY Oct 8, 2020
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.
Circular 23BY Oct 8, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.
Dealer 23BY Oct 7, 2020
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.
Dealer 23BY Oct 7, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.
A2320552040752_1 Oct 6, 2020
082100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
This bulletin contains repair information for when metallic particles are found in the high-pressure fuel pump.
A1720112060750_1 Oct 5, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
A1720112060750_1 Oct 5, 2020
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
EmailAUTDI2L-3L Sep 30, 2020
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Reminders - TDI Approved Emissions Modifications, Emissions Compliant Repairs, corrections and extended warranty / warranty policy and loaner vehicle overview
EmailAUTDI2L-3L Sep 30, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Reminders - TDI Approved Emissions Modifications, Emissions Compliant Repairs, corrections and extended warranty / warranty policy and loaner vehicle overview
21AUTIRECHAINS Sep 24, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
21AUTIRECHAINS Sep 24, 2020
190000 TIRES
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
21AUTIRECHAINS Sep 24, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
A9020652032113_4 Aug 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.

Showing 100 of 901 bulletins.

AUDI Q7 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AUDI Q7 across all model years (2007, 2026).

68 Total Recalls
1,402 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
69 Reported Crashes
21 Reported Fires
1 Reported Deaths

AUDI Q7 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 1 2 View
2025 2 27 View
2024 3 1 View
2023 3 26 View
2022 3 28 View
2021 9 115 View
2020 5 31 View
2019 4 81 View
2018 3 179 View
2017 7 407 View
2016 1 2 View
2015 2 56 View
2014 2 66 View
2013 3 54 View
2012 4 44 View
2011 4 26 View
2010 3 44 View
2009 (current) 3 34
2008 3 45 View
2007 3 134 View

Other AUDI Models

Model Recalls Complaints
A6 205 2,172 View
Q5 151 1,727 View
A8 138 357 View
A4 129 3,629 View
A7 120 209 View
S6 118 187 View
S3 111 122 View
A5 100 418 View