2013 AUDI Q7

3 recalls, 54 complaints - 1,442 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.
17V298000 May 3, 2017
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
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.
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 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-... Read more
240,487 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
14V516000 Aug 26, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, to November 29, 2012 and equipped with a 3.0L TDI engine. In the affected vehicles, a check valve in the engine may become contaminated with plastic debris and allow engin... Read more
Consequence
If oil leaks into the brake booster, the brake booster diaphragm may rupture causing a loss of power braking assist, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace a vacuum line, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the brake booster system for oil contamination and, if oil contamination is present, additional components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Own... Read more
1,814 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Volkswagen of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

54 total complaints 5 crashes 1 fires 62 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM10
ENGINE9
VISIBILITY/WIPER6
POWER TRAIN4
AIR BAGS4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER3
SERVICE BRAKES3
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
STEERING2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL2
POWER TRAIN Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
On XXX, I was driving northbound on US-101 from [XXX] to [XXX] to pick up a family member for an appointment. The vehicle had been operating normally at freeway speed. As traffic slowed for a construction zone near Summerland, I intentionally reduced speed to approximately 20 mph. At that point, I h... Read more
STEERING Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
On XXX, I was driving northbound on US-101 from [XXX] to [XXX] to pick up a family member for an appointment. The vehicle had been operating normally at freeway speed. As traffic slowed for a construction zone near Summerland, I intentionally reduced speed to approximately 20 mph. At that point, I h... Read more
ENGINE Jul 31, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
On XXX, I was driving northbound on US-101 from [XXX] to [XXX] to pick up a family member for an appointment. The vehicle had been operating normally at freeway speed. As traffic slowed for a construction zone near Summerland, I intentionally reduced speed to approximately 20 mph. At that point, I h... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 15, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2026
The fuel pump flange repair was a joke on this car. It should've been replaced not just put a black tar like sealant on it. That was an error on Audi's part. The sealant didn't keep it from forming a leak in the stress cracks that were being reported. Mine says all recalls have been completed. I jus... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 10, 2026
My gas tank started to leak while I was driving putting the my safety and the safety of my entire family at risk. This is know major recall 20Z8 that Audi has never got to fix properly. The recall remedy demonstrably did not prevent the failure it was issued for. This is an active fuel leak with fir... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 17, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
The cross pedestrian warning activates without any object there and slams on the brakes causing severe neck problems. The cruise control doesnt disengage when pressing on brake pedal causing drive to swerve to avoid crash.
1 injured
TIRES:TREAD/BELT Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 17, 2024
TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND ON INTERSTATE 95 RICHMOND HILL GA, GOODYEAR 11R22.5 STEERING TIRE TREAD SEPARATED FROM CAISIN LIKE A RECAP
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 17, 2024
I was driving and heard a loud popping sound and there was glass everywhere and my part of my sunroof was blown out. I think it was what they can an exploding sunroof.
1 injured
AIR BAGS Dec 19, 2025
Incident date: Jul 17, 2024
I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2021 Acura ILX (VIN: [XXX] ) that has been unreleasable for an extended period due to manufacturer inability to supply a required safety component. The vehicle was involved in an accident on July 6, 2025 and delivered to Caliber Collision in Corpus Christi... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Sep 15, 2025
Incident date: Apr 29, 2025
This car is known for its faulty engine. The head gasket tends to blow as early as 40k miles, plenty of people have had this problem and yet there is no recall for the engine or a fix. I was driving on the highway and i was speeding up to merge into traffic and my check engine light started to flash... Read more
ENGINE Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Feb 13, 2024
Bought this one (~80K miles) ~Oct/Nov 2022 from a local dealer as a used car (I was the 2nd owner). The oil light was on when I drove it ~1500 miles. I was surprised and went to shop to do my first oil change. I thought probably that the last oil change they just did not top it up. Unfortunately, af... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Feb 13, 2024
The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Feb 13, 2024
The truck began flashing problems with the anit lock brakes and electronic brakes off and on. For over two months now, the service lights stay on along with the traction control warning light. I have called multiply locations trying to locate replacement parts to no avail. The brake pedal sometimes ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 5, 2024
Incident date: Jan 24, 2024
While the car was moving, the LCD screen suddenly flickered uncontrollably. Although the LCD screen returns to normal after the car is restarted, it will flicker after driving for a period of time.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Nov 25, 2023
Incident date: Nov 24, 2023
My family and I were driving home to LA from NM. I had been using the cruise and steer assist earlier in the drive but had it off after going through a metro area interstate. There was no vehicles within the cars front camera system when while driving 75 mph( that was the sped limit in TX), the cars... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 9, 2023
Incident date: Sep 4, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V215000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 29, 2023
Incident date: Aug 29, 2023
The front section of the panoramic sunroof on my 2021 Ford F150 unexpectedly shattered as I was driving down the road today. There were no cars immediately in front of or near me. None had passed by me. I was not driving underneath anything. The only thing I can deduce is that the glass spontaneousl... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 29, 2022
Incident date: Nov 25, 2022
On expressway, rear-ended and pushed into car in front too, so hit on both ends and no airbags deployed in the Audi Q7. Four vehicles were involved and the other three cars all had airbags deploy. Both front passengers hit their heads. Driver has whiplash and passenger has forehead skin abrasion. Th... Read more
Crash 60 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 17, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
First thing is fuel smell in cabin very dangerous for me as well as any passengers Next is transmission there is no way telling how much fluid is in the vehicle that should be monitored by the consumer they have a right to know Front & rear axles seem to get worn quickly must be a problem in the ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Sep 17, 2022
Incident date: Aug 10, 2022
First thing is fuel smell in cabin very dangerous for me as well as any passengers Next is transmission there is no way telling how much fluid is in the vehicle that should be monitored by the consumer they have a right to know Front & rear axles seem to get worn quickly must be a problem in the ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 7, 2022
Incident date: Jul 29, 2022
top of fuel pump has crack causing fuel to leaks when in use.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 20, 2022
Incident date: Jun 10, 2022
I had the Fuel Filter flange crack and leak fuel into an area where an electronic plug exists. This leak was part of NHTSA recall #17V298 from 2017. I took my vehicle into the dealer and had it inspected per the letter sent to me. The dealers repair included placing a rubberized butyl tape over t... Read more
STEERING Feb 26, 2022
Incident date: Feb 21, 2022
Steering wheel intermittently gets really HARD to turn. Like a total loss of power steering assist. This only usually lasts a moment or two, then functions as normal. Always while driving, but not always while navigating a turn. Might only happen once or twice a week... Really frightening. Dealer ha... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jan 17, 2021
Incident date: Jan 11, 2021
I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR GRINDER TO A HALT. THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER THE GRINDING. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HE FOUND A BOLT ON THE GROUND THAT WAS HOLDING THE CALIPER/HUB TOGETHER. MY SPEED WAS AROUND 30 MPH BUT IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY OR AT A HIGHER RATE OF SPEED I WOULD HAVE ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 1, 2020
Incident date: Apr 30, 2020
APRIL 30,2020. I WAS USING A "NEW" JACK THAT WAS SUPPLIED WITH THE CAR. THE JACK WAS ON A FLAT CONCRETE SURFACE IN MY GARAGE. THE JACK FAILED AND BROKE, DUMPING THE SUV ON ITS FRONT RIGHT SIDE, FROM WHICH THE WHEEL HAD BEEN REMOVED. BEFORE USING THE JACK, AN AUDI SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME HE DI... Read more
Crash
WHEELS May 1, 2020
Incident date: Apr 30, 2020
APRIL 30,2020. I WAS USING A "NEW" JACK THAT WAS SUPPLIED WITH THE CAR. THE JACK WAS ON A FLAT CONCRETE SURFACE IN MY GARAGE. THE JACK FAILED AND BROKE, DUMPING THE SUV ON ITS FRONT RIGHT SIDE, FROM WHICH THE WHEEL HAD BEEN REMOVED. BEFORE USING THE JACK, AN AUDI SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME HE DI... Read more
Crash
ENGINE Dec 16, 2019
Incident date: Aug 30, 2013
HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION, WITHIN A MONTH OF BUYING IT. SAID IT WAS NORMAL, NOW ITS ON A WEEK TO WEEK BASIS WITH PUTTING OIL IN THE CAR AND ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. IT COMES ON WHILE MOVING AND STAYS ON UNTIL OIL IS PUT IN.
ENGINE Nov 3, 2019
Incident date: Nov 1, 2019
THE CAR BURNS OIL SO MUCH THAT WE HAVE TO CONTINUOUSLY TOP OFF THE OIL EVERY FEW DAYS. THE DEALERSHIP STATES, THE ENGINE IS BIG AND THIS IS NORMAL. I DON'T BELIEVE THIS IS NORMAL, AND PERHAPS SOMETHING ELSE IS GOING ON AND COULD IT POSE A SAFETY ISSUE. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN ONGOING SINCE THE PURCHAS... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 30, 2019
Incident date: Sep 11, 2019
PLEASE HELP! STRONG FUEL ODOR LOCATED UNDER THE DRIVER, PASSENGER SIDE. NO FAULTS REPORTED WHEN TURNING ON THE VEHICLE. FUEL TANK UNDER VEHICLE SHOWS EVIDENCE OF FUEL LEAK COMING FROM THE TOP. VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED AS BRAND NEW, I'M THE FIRST OWNER IN 2013 STRAIGHT FROM AUDI DEALERSHIP. UPON ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 24, 2019
Incident date: Jun 7, 2019
ON THIS PARTICULAR DAY, MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND HE ONLY GOT 2 BLOCKS IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD BEFORE THE CAR BEGAN TO FILL WITH SMOKE. HE QUICKLY GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND WITHIN MINUTES THE CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE! THE FIRE STARTED INSIDE THE CAR NEAR THE RIGHT WHEEL BASE. I HAVE 3 YOUNG CHI... Read more
Fire
ENGINE May 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 24, 2015
RUMBLING SOUND FROM A COLD START. REPORTED PROBLEM TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHEN CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY IN APRIL 2015 AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NORMAL SOUND. NOW ENGINE FAILURE WITH TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONERS. THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED BY AUDI IN MARCH 2015 FOR THIS ISSUE AND YET NOTHING WAS EVER MENT... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER May 13, 2019
Incident date: May 13, 2019
I WAS DRIVING TODAY ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE WINDSHIELD MECHANISM ON MY 2013 AUDI Q7 SNAPPED IN HALF AND FLEW OFF THE CAR IN HEAVY RAINS. ADDITIONALLY, THE ONLY SIDE AFFECTED BY THIS IS THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER; THE DRIVER SIDE AND BACK CONTINUE TO WORK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Apr 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 21, 2019
THE VEHICLE HAS PERFORMED POORLY AFTER COMPLETING A US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE MANDATED "FIX" OF DIESEL (3.0 LITER TDI, ENGINE CODE CNRB) EMISSIONS EQUIPMENT RELATED TO VW/AUDI EMISSIONS CHEATING. THERE IS NOW SPORADIC LAG IN ACCELERATION, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP... Read more
POWER TRAIN Apr 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 21, 2019
THE VEHICLE HAS PERFORMED POORLY AFTER COMPLETING A US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE MANDATED "FIX" OF DIESEL (3.0 LITER TDI, ENGINE CODE CNRB) EMISSIONS EQUIPMENT RELATED TO VW/AUDI EMISSIONS CHEATING. THERE IS NOW SPORADIC LAG IN ACCELERATION, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP... Read more
ENGINE Apr 23, 2019
Incident date: Apr 21, 2019
THE VEHICLE HAS PERFORMED POORLY AFTER COMPLETING A US DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE MANDATED "FIX" OF DIESEL (3.0 LITER TDI, ENGINE CODE CNRB) EMISSIONS EQUIPMENT RELATED TO VW/AUDI EMISSIONS CHEATING. THERE IS NOW SPORADIC LAG IN ACCELERATION, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS, OR ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 12, 2019
Incident date: Mar 9, 2019
TAKATA RECALL. RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE WIPER BROKE OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET IN GREENSBORO NC. I HAD THE WIPERS ON THE FIRST SETTING IN LOW INTERMITTENT MODE. THE WIPER BOWED UP. IT DID NOT FLY OFF MY CAR THANKFULLY BECAUSE I WAS GOING ABOUT 45 MPH. I WAS ABLE TO TURN INTO A GAS STATION ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 8, 2018
Incident date: Nov 2, 2018
MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME INCLUDING TRANSMISSION, ENGINE, ABS, ESP, AIR BAG AND TPMS, WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON VEHICLE HESITATES AND LOOSES COMPLETE POWER, THIS CONDITION HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HAD TO TOW THE VAHICLE HOME AND EVEN... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Nov 8, 2018
Incident date: Nov 2, 2018
MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME INCLUDING TRANSMISSION, ENGINE, ABS, ESP, AIR BAG AND TPMS, WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON VEHICLE HESITATES AND LOOSES COMPLETE POWER, THIS CONDITION HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HAD TO TOW THE VAHICLE HOME AND EVEN... Read more
AIR BAGS Nov 8, 2018
Incident date: Nov 2, 2018
MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME INCLUDING TRANSMISSION, ENGINE, ABS, ESP, AIR BAG AND TPMS, WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON VEHICLE HESITATES AND LOOSES COMPLETE POWER, THIS CONDITION HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HAD TO TOW THE VAHICLE HOME AND EVEN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 1, 2018
Incident date: Oct 15, 2018
STRONG GASOLINE SMELL INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT AND OUTSIDE THE CAR UPON EXITING. NO LEAKS ON GROUND. SUSPECT CRACKED FUEL PUMP FLANGE
VISIBILITY/WIPER Aug 3, 2018
Incident date: Jul 31, 2018
WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED'S IN A BLINDING RAINSTORM, THE ENTIRE PASSENGER WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM BROKE AND FLEW OFF THE CAR INTO THE TRAFFIC BEHIND.
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 1, 2018
Incident date: Feb 10, 2018
I WAS DRIVING ON A RAINY NIGHT ON A RURAL CITY STREET AND THE PASSENGER WIPER ARM JUST BROKE OFF. I WAS KIND OF STARTLED. I AM POSITIVE THAT I DIDN'T HIT ANYTHING AND I'VE SEVERAL OTHER COMPLAINTS ONLINE OF THIS HAPPENING TO OTHER AUDI OWNERS. THIS COULD BE A MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD IF THIS WAS THE HIT ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 15, 2018
Incident date: Jul 28, 2016
2013 AUDI Q7 TDI - CATASTROPHIC HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON CITY STREET. CAR BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND LOSING POWER RAPIDLY, GLOW PLUG LIGHT CAME ON. DRIVER BEGAN PULLING OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE STREET BUT VEHICLE STALLED BEFORE SAFELY ON SHOULDER. ATTEM... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Feb 15, 2018
Incident date: Feb 8, 2018
2013 AUDI Q7 TDI - CATASTROPHIC HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. SECOND INCIDENT WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 20,000 MI ON SAME VEHICLE. WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON CITY STREET. CAR BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND LOSING POWER RAPIDLY, GLOW PLUG LIGHT CAME ON. DRIVER BEGAN PULLING OVER TO THE SIDE OF... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Feb 10, 2018
Incident date: Feb 10, 2018
WHILE DRIVING AND JUST ABOUT TO TURN IN TO THE HIGHWAY I WAS AND USING THE WIPERS ON MEDIUM SPEED THE PASSSNEGER SIDE WIPER BLADE BASE SNAPPED RIGHT OFF!!!! THE WIPER BLADE WAS FINE BUT THE METAL ARM JUST SNAPPED! . I HAD TO PULL OVER TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED NO GOT THE WIPER FROM THE BASE OF THE HOOD A... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 31, 2018
Incident date: Jan 21, 2018
WITHIN 300 MILES OF THE DIESEL RECALL MODIFICATION THE ENGINE LOST POWER AT 70 MPH AND SLOWLY DRIFTED TO LOWER SPEED. ADDITIONALLY THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT RESPOND TO MANUAL SHIFT TO A LOWER GEAR (IT STAYED IN 8TH). AFTER STOPPING THE CAR AND TURNING IT OFF A "RESET ACCOURED" AND THE CAR OPERATED N... Read more
ENGINE Jan 31, 2018
Incident date: Jan 21, 2018
WITHIN 300 MILES OF THE DIESEL RECALL MODIFICATION THE ENGINE LOST POWER AT 70 MPH AND SLOWLY DRIFTED TO LOWER SPEED. ADDITIONALLY THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT RESPOND TO MANUAL SHIFT TO A LOWER GEAR (IT STAYED IN 8TH). AFTER STOPPING THE CAR AND TURNING IT OFF A "RESET ACCOURED" AND THE CAR OPERATED N... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Oct 2, 2017
Incident date: Sep 23, 2017
WIFE PULLED INTO GARAGE ON A STORMY DAY AND I WAS STANDING ON PASSENGER SIDE WITH MY 3 YEAR OLD SON. PASSENGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF AND FLEW TOWARD US AND ALMOST STABBED MY 3 YEAR OLD. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS THE WIPER BLADE, BUT IT WAS THE WHOLE ENTIRE ARM. THE BROKEN END WAS SHARPEN LIKE A KNIF... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 6, 2017
Incident date: May 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI Q7. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN AWA... Read more
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Oct 13, 2016
Incident date: Sep 1, 2016
CAR STALLS AND HAS DIED WHILE DRIVING; TOOK TO DEAL FOR REPAIR THEY CLAIMED BAD FUEL AND EMPTIED AND CLEANED TANK. SAME ISSUE 2 MONTHS LATER AND NOW CAR HAS BEEN IN SHOP FOR OVER A MONTH THEY SAY COULD BE BAD FUEL AGAIN (IT'S DIESEL, I HAVE ONLY BOUGHT FUEL AT BP SINCE REPAIR) OR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL ... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2013 AUDI Q7

2013 Audi Q7 SUV AWD

CategoryRating
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 18.5%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningNo
Lane Departure WarningNo

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2013 AUDI Q7

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (All-Wheel Drive) 16.0 21.0 18.0 Premium $4,200
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (All-Wheel Drive) 19.0 27.0 22.0 Diesel $3,600

CO2 Emissions: 499.0 g/mile (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)

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

Technical Service Bulletins, 2013 AUDI Q7

1,442 manufacturer communications from 998 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL138
350000 EQUIPMENT134
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING126
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM115
060000 ENGINE (PWS)94
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE58
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL43
010000 STEERING41
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.
A0024842073507_1 Mar 29, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides instructions on evaluating TDI vehicles for repurchase prior to repairs.
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.
A9124632044694_3 Feb 7, 2024
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
A7024872038029_9 Feb 6, 2024
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
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
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.
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.
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.
ChartP Sep 29, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FLUID CAPACITY CHART
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.
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.
A6423922020552_1 Jul 19, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
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.
A922336203815115 Jul 17, 2023
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
A4823412028220_1 Jun 20, 2023
011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
A6423882047061_5 Mar 31, 2023
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.
A6423882047061_5 Mar 31, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This bulletin describes the process to clean sticker residue from the windshield.
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
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.
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.
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.
DC_Alternator_6 Jan 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
A6423862047061_4 Jan 24, 2023
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This bulletin provides instructions for when faint images appear on the windshield from the production sticker, or an image of the suction cups used to install the windshield in production.
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.
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.
Circular 37O4 Nov 29, 2022
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Software
Dealer 37O4 Nov 28, 2022
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Software
DC_TDIReminder Oct 6, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TDI Reminder message
DC_TDI_repairs Sep 28, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Dealer Communication: IMPORTANT: Evaluate TDI Vehicles for Repurchase Prior to Repairs
A462234203418122 Aug 11, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
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
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
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.
A922230203815112 Jul 14, 2022
137000 VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
A642285202055211 Jul 5, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
A642285202055211 Jul 5, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
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.
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.
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.
A9022582059335_3 Apr 14, 2022
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
A9022572032113_6 Apr 14, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This is an informational bulletin containing information about the outside temperature reading.
A462230203418120 Apr 7, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.

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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 (current) 3 54
2012 4 44 View
2011 4 26 View
2010 3 44 View
2009 3 34 View
2008 3 45 View
2007 3 134 View

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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