Audi A7 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 138 owner complaints and 24 safety recalls on file for the Audi A7, across 16 model years (2007–2025). The 2019 model year has the most complaints (43). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Audi A7 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical A7 year: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2019. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
Model years with the fewest complaints
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi A7 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 44 | 8 | 3 |
| Engine | 27 | 9 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 5 | 2 |
| Steering | 18 | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 7 | 0 |
| Power Train | 16 | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 6 | 1 |
| Structure | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi A7 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 A7 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2024 A7 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2023 A7 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2022 A7 | 0 | 6 | — | — | |
| 2021 A7 | 6 | 11 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 A7 | 2 | 8 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2019 A7 | 43 | 6 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2018 A7 | 3 | 2 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2017 A7 | 1 | 4 | — | Engine | |
| 2016 A7 | 15 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2015 A7 | 5 | 3 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2014 A7 | 11 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 A7 | 19 | 5 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2012 A7 | 30 | 5 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 A7 | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2007 A7 | 2 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi A7 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2012 (30), 2013 (19), 2014 (11), 2016 (15), 2019 (43) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical A7 year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi A7?
Electrical System, with 44 complaints across 8 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi A7 have?
24 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.