2018 Audi A7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other A7 years
- Not enough data 8th of 16 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Audi A7. That ranks 8th out of 16 A7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is unknown or other (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 11,900 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Audi A7 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 67% | 11,900 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Audi A7 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Problem: 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.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Risk: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 audi a7. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the audi san diego (9010 miramar rd, san diego, ca 92126) where the technician was unable to diagnose or provide a cause for the failure…
Sunroof exploded while driving at 50 mph on interstate 84. No other vehicles or overhead crossings nearby.
Other Audi A7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 A7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 A7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 A7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 A7 | 0 | 6 |
| 2021 A7 | 6 | 11 |
| 2020 A7 | 2 | 8 |
| 2019 A7 | 43 | 6 |
| 2018 | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 A7 | 1 | 4 |
| 2016 A7 | 15 | 3 |
| 2015 A7 | 5 | 3 |
| 2014 A7 | 11 | 2 |
| 2013 A7 | 19 | 5 |
| 2012 A7 | 30 | 5 |
| 2009 A7 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 A7 | 2 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi A7?
Owners most often report unknown or other, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, unknown or other, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Audi A7?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Audi A7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other A7 model years, the 2018 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.