NHTSA Data Explorer

Audi Q7

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

1,008

Active records

Recalls

32

Active records

TSBs

3,848

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

95

Crashes

32

Fires

7

Top reported issues — Audi Q7

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Condition issue

328

Operating state

207

Reporting mechanism

202

Fluid issue

199

Lighting behavior

112

Engine behavior

81

Driver assistance issue

79

Performance issue

78

Noise

74

Braking behavior

56

Steering behavior

49

Smell

45

Safety restraint issue

43

Infotainment behavior

42

Thermal issue

37

Electrical issue

32

Access/entry issue

31

Vibration/harshness

30

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

27

Starting behavior

23

Powering on/off behavior

20

Safety restraint behavior

20

Recent change

13

Ride/handling behavior

11

HVAC behavior

5

Communication/network issue

4

Wiper/washer behavior

3

Electrified system issue

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2021 AUDI Q7

Filed Jun 15, 2026


My rear backup sensors have fallen out of my vehicle and the dealership wants to charge me $200.00 to diagnose the problem. All they need to do is reattach the sensors which were originally put on the vehicle with double sided adhesive tape which is a poor design. I cannot afford this $200.00. This is a big safety concern because I rely on those sensors when backing up. Can you help me?

2019 AUDI Q7

Filed Jun 10, 2026


See attached document for complaint.

2022 AUDI Q7

Filed Jun 8, 2026


I was traveling at highway speeds in active, high-velocity traffic when my vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic mechanical failure that nearly resulted in a severe multi-car accident. Without any warning, the vehicle completely lost its ability to accelerate, flatly refusing to pick up speed or maintain momentum despite pressing the gas pedal. ​This unexpected, immediate drop in propulsion marooned me in high-speed lanes, leaving the vehicle dangerously vulnerable as oncoming traffic rapidly…

2017 AUDI Q7

Filed Jun 8, 2026


Defective side‑marker LED inside sealed headlight assembly Component: Exterior Lighting / Headlights Make/Model/Year: 2017 Audi Q7 prestige Issue: Defective side‑marker LED inside sealed headlight assembly Complaint: The side‑marker LED inside the headlight assembly on my 2017 Audi Q7 has failed due to an internal LED driver defect. The LED module is sealed and non‑serviceable, so the entire headlight assembly must be replaced at a cost of $2,000–$5,000. The vehicle displays a “Side Marker…

2022 AUDI Q7

Filed Jun 5, 2026


Crash

While parked in my residential garage with the engine shut off and car door closed, the vehicle suffered an un-commanded rollaway incident due to a suspected defect in the electronic parking brake or automatic-park transmission software. The vehicle was completely stopped, the driver exited the vehicle and the driver's door was closed. Moments later, the vehicle shifted out of its parked state or failed to hold, rolling backward down the driveway and colliding with a basketball pole in the…

2022 AUDI Q7

Filed May 25, 2026


1 injured
Crash

I drove home after shopping, opened my garage door by remote, and pulled into the garage. I placed the vehicle in park, and shut off the engine via push button. I retrieved my purse from the passenger seat and exited the vehicle. I exited the vehicle with the intent of retrieving my shopping bags from the rear hatch. As I walked towards the rear of the vehicle I noticed my next-door neighbor had stopped at the end of my driveway with the driver’s window down. I did not make it to the hatch…

2018 AUDI Q7

Filed May 23, 2026


I AM GETTING FRONT LEFT SIDE MARKER LIGHT FAULTY PROBLEM. I WAS TOLD THIS IS VERY COMMON FOR 2018 AUDI Q7. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS ISSUE AND SEE IF I AM QUALIFIED TO GET THIS REPLACED BY AUDI. APPARENTLY, THE REPLACING THE LAMP ISN'T EASY BUT WOUDL REQUIRE TO REPLACE THE WHOLE LIGHTING FIXTURE WHICH COULD COST OVER $2K. THANK YOU.

2021 AUDI Q7

Filed May 22, 2026


We were in my vehicle. An audi q7 2021 driving in the highway ([XXX]) Headed to Ohio from Florida and during a traffic jam all the sudden my car stopped and will not react and was “stucked in park” and transmission malfunction, parking brake malfunction, start/stop system malfunction codes popped up all at once. So scary and cars started to move and we couldn’t. Luckily we were able to get to safety and check battery but this shouldn’t happen to anyone as could cause irreversible damage to…

2021 AUDI Q7

Filed May 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 55 MPH, the Check Engine light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed code PO299, which referred to coolant migration into the vacuum system. The contact was unable to provide the exact parts that were needed for repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer opened a case regarding the issue. The failure mileage was…

2018 AUDI Q7

Filed May 19, 2026


Parking light defective message on dash board. Looked at the light and all lights present. Talked to a dealer and the headlight assembly to replace is 6K plus. For a small yellow side light inside of headlight that is still on, but the message on dashboard says otherwise. Was told that it isn't outputting enough light power.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.