2017 AUDI Q7

7 recalls, 407 complaints - 1,347 TSBs

STEERING

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.

Consequence

A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.

229 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.

Remedy

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

74,881 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2... Read more

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

5,947 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2015, to November 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Consequence

With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M5.

8 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to July 10, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load, such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform t... Read more

Consequence

If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional support bracket to the seat, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72F8.

19,205 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the sid... Read more

Consequence

If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.

79,895 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

Defect Description

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to May 8, 2016. Due to a software issue within the air bag control module, the frontal air bags may deploy with more force than required in certain crashes. As such, these vehicl... Read more

Consequence

Air bags that deploy with excessive force may increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O3.

14,535 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

407 total complaints 21 crashes 11 fires 22 injuries 1 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	63
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	52
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	39
STEERING	27
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	23
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	23
SERVICE BRAKES	22
POWER TRAIN	21
SUSPENSION	16
VISIBILITY/WIPER	14

Incident date: Jul 6, 2026

My 2017 Audi Q7 with the 3.0T engine has experienced repeated engine/ignition system failures. The vehicle displays a "System Malfunction" warning light accompanied by shaking and stalling. This same malfunction has occurred at least 3 separate times over the past few years. Each time, a repair shop... Read more

Incident date: Jul 6, 2026

Incident date: Jul 1, 2026

Tahoe failed mid driving in a public roadway, computer system said press to restart and car made a whirling noise. I was unable to restart or put into neutral to move. This was a safety concern due to it happening mid driving, and I had my two young children with me.

Incident date: Jun 1, 2022

I went to unbuckle my [XXX] old today and she had the inside parts to the sensor safe car seat chest clip in her hands. The internal components of the chest clip including the button battery were in my child’s hand and she could have easily swallowed it had I not found it when I did. I still have ... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2026

Front right Marker light defect alert keeps pooping up and sounding an audible alarm while I am driving even through the marker light is working perfectly. Drive train alert comes on after I add oil and the vehicle starts hesitating while I accelerate.I just got a tune up which included new spark ... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2026

Incident date: Jan 16, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH on the highway in congestive traffic with the adaptive cruise control activated. The contact then stated that the motorcycle abruptly slow down as an unknown warning message appeared on the... Read more

Incident date: Apr 2, 2026

While driving my KIA Optima on the interstate the rear subframe suffered catastrophic structural failure, resulting in the steering wheel going out of alignment, the rear passenger side wheel tilting with the bottom of the tire being far out compared to the top. This resulted in the rear of the veh... Read more

Incident date: Feb 6, 2026

steering wheel is clicking due to the steering rack malfunctions by the manufacture.

Incident date: Oct 31, 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2026

The car was up on ramps, to replace a sensor, in park and slipped out of gear rolling backwards with force. Someone could have been under or behind the vehicle. Other vehicles could have been behind, property could have been damaged. The cars door caught the building and pulled it all the way back ... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jan 22, 2026

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2019 Ford Transit. The vehicle was a dealer sale. The vehicle was purchased March 7, 2026. The mileage was recorded at 74,127 at the time of the purchase. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was provided a Carfax Report. The Car... Read more

Incident date: Jan 22, 2026

My car began rattling. I brough it to Ray Price Ford and was told the Flex Plate is cracked and needs replacement. My car only has 50,000 miles on it and the Flex Plate is a covered repair on other models from the same year. I called Ford and referred to the CSP 22n12 but was told my car is not c... Read more

Incident date: Feb 1, 2026

Battery completely died, randomly. Issue was “fixed”. Now check engine light is on. Engine sounds bad.

Incident date: May 1, 2025

Front exhaust bracket weld failed creating a hole in the exhaust system, as covered by GM Bulletin PIP5681C. This resulted in a loud noise as well as exhaust leaking into the cabin since it is near the engine, right above the drivers center console

Incident date: Feb 2, 2026

On the morning of my incident, I left my home at approximately 5:20 a.m. I entered the New York State Thruway at Exit 25 and continued onto I‑87 North. Around Exit 3, I encountered mixed precipitation and immediately activated the front windshield defroster. Although the center portion of the wind... Read more

Incident date: Feb 2, 2026

Just purchased this vehicle used from a business in Moyock, NC. The mileage at purchase was 92,860. We checked Carfax and it showed two previous owners and had a steady maintenance history. On the way home (2 hour drive) and after the vehicle had warmed up it started showing signs of transmission pr... Read more

Incident date: Jan 16, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V031000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the front passenger’s side A-pillar ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 21, 2026

On 1/16/2026, while operating my 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid in the Bay Area, the vehicle displayed a low tire pressure warning. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle experienced a rapid mechanical or electrical failure that required me to safely pull over and exit the vehicle. Upon exiting, I observed smoke f... Read more

Fire

Incident date: Jan 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V512000 (Power Train), and the vehicle was taken to the local dealer and to Sedano Ford (8970 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942), where it was determined that the rear axle bolts needed to be replaced; ho... Read more

Incident date: Jan 8, 2026

The automatic braking system is activating automatically without any warning or any interference even though there is no vehicle or object in front it is happening all of a sudden and it a serious safety hazard and could cause major accident it is life threatening and I am very scared to drive it a ... Read more

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V766000 (Engine); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer w... Read more

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5 equipped with a Vredestein Spare Tire, Tire Line: Spare Wheel Space Master, Tire Size: 195/75/R18, DOT Number: DVVB. The contact stated that AAA was called to the scene to change a tire and discovered that the spare tire could not be inflated while needed. While attem... Read more

Incident date: Dec 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Sienna. The contact was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V668000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manu... Read more

Incident date: Dec 27, 2025

excessive dashboard glare restricted clear vision of road and associated pedestrians and other vehicles.

Incident date: Dec 20, 2025

Vehicle won’t start brake hold system problem, vehicle stability assist system problem, hill start assist problem, electric power steering problem collision mitigation system problem all appear on the dash but vehicle won’t start. Battery is not the issue, tested the battery it’s at 12.5V. Har... Read more

Incident date: Dec 15, 2023

On my way home early morning I lost full function of my car. Luckily I was pulling into my home but my car would not go in any other gear but reverse. I could not properly put it in park or cut it off. Now it would turn on because it cannot shift into any gear. If I had made one more stop before hea... Read more

Incident date: Dec 2, 2025

Automatic emergency braking. Vehicle has had several instances of slaming on brakes for no reason. Last time we were traveling about 35 miles per hour with a vehicle traveling behind us when system slammed on brakes locking them up and bringing us to a complete stop. We were traveling in the dark, ... Read more

Incident date: Nov 8, 2025

Tesla full self driving software malfunctioned and turned into oncoming traffic lanes instead of crossing over to the correct opposite side of the roadway. This occurred after getting off a on ramp in Ukiah, California around 2am Nov 15, 2025. This could have put others in serious danger if there we... Read more

Incident date: Nov 5, 2025

I do not feel safe to operate my vehicle or have it parked at my residence. I have contacted the dealership and they told me to contact stellantis. There’s currently no fix for the fire issue. The original recall months ago I contacted my dealer and I was told my Vin was not on the list. I spoke ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 30, 2025

-Auto stop/start system failed and is available for inspection. I was driving down the road and braked for a vehicle about to pull in front of me, when I let off the brake and pushed the gas I noticed the vehicle had shut off there was an error message on the information center, Error message: "Aut... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2025

Car was purchased from dealership August 25, 2025 on September 19, 2025 at about 9:38 PM. Car experienced catastrophic engine failure due to an active recall/campaign that was not disclosed to buyer for an ECU problem. This problem caused total brake failure in the power brake system, forcing buyer ... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2025

The trunk latch was recalled. I supposedly got it fixed in July 2024. It was functioning at the time it was supposedly fixed. It Does say it’s a safety issue.Now it is not working, exactly the symptoms of the recall, not open from the inside. There isn’t a key hole to open it. My belongings are ... Read more

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

When we go to turn a certain way the wheel sticks while In drive, mechanic says it could be steering tie rods or rack and pinions

Incident date: Oct 13, 2025

When we go to turn a certain way the wheel sticks while In drive, mechanic says it could be steering tie rods or rack and pinions

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

I purchased the vehicle on 8/30/2025 in the early afternoon and later in the evening once it was getting dark I noticed the low beam headlights on my vehicle only provide a range of approximately 50 ft. ahead, making it very difficult to drive at night to observe anything in which could be in the ro... Read more

Incident date: Sep 30, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a loud explosion on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The contact discovered that the exterior passenger’s side glass mirror had suddenly shattered. The cause of the failure was not yet d... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

While using Adaptive Cruise Control at 47mph on a local highway, Automatic Emergency Braking activated almost stopping the vehicle with vehicles fairly close behind it nearly causing an accident. There were no vehicles beside our car and no vehicles or objects on the road in front that could trigg... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

I am filing this complaint to report a serious safety defect in the Tesla Model Y. On [date], my wife suffered a rear tire blowout at freeway speeds in our Tesla Model Y. Despite regularly checking tire tread depth and relying on Tesla’s built-in tire monitoring systems, the blowout occurred beca... Read more

Incident date: Sep 2, 2025

Paint is peeling

Incident date: Sep 1, 2025

Engine failed in traffic at stop sign Numerous reports of burning oil Quickly and engine failing... Could happen at any time anywhere leaving one stranded and at risk of collision or crime... After having it replaced at 64000 miles it did the same thing 1 year later. Cost 10000$. Thousands of people... Read more

Incident date: Aug 28, 2025

The brakes in the new 2025 4runner howl and squeal extremely loudly. I avoid braking slowly to try to avoid the noise. The TSB was completed last month: TSB-0046-25. It did not work. The noise is back, and worse. I am worried I am going to get into an accident because the brakes are so egregiously b... Read more

Incident date: Aug 2, 2025

Check engine light came on, Ford Dealership told me I need to have the engine replaced at my cost $10,000 I am the second owner and it only has 45,000 miles Please help!

Incident date: Jul 23, 2025

I was driving around and all of sudden my car dashboard shows the Supplemental Restraint system problem.

Incident date: Jul 2, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V314000 (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 recal... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

Display showing cameras (ie backup, side views, bed, and hitch) freeze in a blue screen and does not change until you restart vehicle. Going in drive does not fix. Also if you switch to bed camera while driving ( to check the load) it freezes or locks to a blue screen and requires you to restart to... Read more

Incident date: Apr 15, 2025

This is a major safety issue --- we got an error that steering assistance was "reduced" for about 12 hours. Then on [XXX] at around [XXX], we were pulling out of a parked area (after being parked for 2 hours) -- and proceeded to increase speed on [XXX] in Newark, the car steering wheel abruptly ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 1, 2025

A month in after purchasing the check engine light came on. My car did not want to accelerate, started shaking and having jerking movement while driving on the freeway with my newborn and 3 other children in the car with me. Got stranded 3 hours away from home. Car has been in the shop going on 30 ... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2017 AUDI Q7

2017 Audi Q7 SUV AWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

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

EPA Fuel Economy, 2017 AUDI Q7

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (All-Wheel Drive)	19.0	25.0	21.0	Premium	$3,600
2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic (S8) (All-Wheel Drive)	20.0	25.0	22.0	Premium	$3,450

CO2 Emissions: 419.0 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, 2017 AUDI Q7

1,347 manufacturer communications from 910 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	183
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	138
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	130
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	111
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	51
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY	44
030000 BRAKES (PWS)	39
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	34

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure U060B00 - no com to G31 boost pressure sensor Airbag light on, DTCs B101704, B

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when there is a functional issue with the lights in the rear lid; B146C29.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the panoramic sunroof opening outer perimeter seal is loose.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is an air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster; DTC C1260F0n or U112100 is stored in the suspension control module.

021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when there is an air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster; DTC C1260F0n or U112100 is stored in the suspension control module.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure P042000: Catalyst System,Bank1

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering.

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

119127 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletins provides information when the radiator fans, alarm, or wipers are not working; DTC P048000, _048100, U063200, U063300, U10F300, U10A400, P10EF00.

062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY

This bulletins provides information when the radiator fans, alarm, or wipers are not working; DTC P048000, _048100, U063200, U063300, U10F300, U10A400, P10EF00.

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Temp sensor D

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for vehicles when the infotainment system sporadically reboots.

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the top view camera setting changes to graphic view intermittently after startup with MIB2.

284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for certain vehicles when the rearview camera/overhead view camera does not turn on.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin provides information when there is a squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle while driving.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information when there is a squeaking noise from the front of the vehicle while driving.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 Charge handle doesn??A???A???A?t release Vehicle will not charge Te

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information when DTCs B200FF0, B200FF1, B200FF3, or B200FF4, B200FF5 are stored in the J775 suspension control unit.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

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.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information regarding noises and/or vibrations in tight turns.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when DTC C129700 is logged in address 00D4 and/or 00D5 for active roll stabilization.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information for when the rear suspension lowering does not work.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when there is a creaking noise from the front of the vehicle while driving.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer states they receive a low coolant waning in the cluster. Coolant level appears to be full in the reservoir Case does not relate to TSB 2061918 Photo showing reservoir level See e-tron charging questionnaire worksheet 2017-2019 Q7

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.

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

340000 COMMUNICATION

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

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.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a hard brake pedal while attempting to start the vehicle.

031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

This bulletin provides information for when there is a hard brake pedal while attempting to start the vehicle.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information for when the error message "CBR1021E: Can't parse Request. (cpngw)" appears when adapting control units, keys, or immobilizer; DTC B201700.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information regarding when the brake pedal is hard when attempting to start the vehicle.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a functional issue with switching of lights in the rear lid. DTC B146C29.

110600 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INTERIOR LAMPS/BULBS

This bulletin provides information when there is a functional issue with switching of lights in the rear lid. DTC B146C29.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.

282000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS

This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

This bulletin provides information for the Audi pre sense restricted function icon displayed after the engine is started.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the error message "CBR1021E: Cant parse Request. (cpngw)" appears when adapting control units, keys, or immobilizer; DTC B201700.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or taillight.

355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in ODIS test Plans (Ghost faults).

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information for when Navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone interface, and voice recognition is not available.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when Navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone interface, and voice recognition is not available.

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This bulletin provides information for when the outer perimeter seal is loose on the panoramic sunroof opening.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information for when the brakes creak at an almost standstill.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on for when there is corrosion on the friction surface of a steel brake disc.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information for when a steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation is reported.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information on brake noise analysis and handling.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This bulletin provides information on workshop mode with Audi connect vehicles.

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises and/or vibrations in tight turns.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information for when there is an air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster; DTC C1260F0 or U112100.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.

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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 (current)	7	407
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	3	34	View
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

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2017 AUDI Q7

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2017 AUDI Q7

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AUDI Q7 - All Years Overview

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