2023 Audi Q7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 5, 2026 · 16 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Q7 years
Fewer complaints than other years 17th of 20 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Audi Q7. That ranks 17th out of 20 Q7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 19%), typically at around 32,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.

Audi Q7
Satellite Silver Metallic Audi Q7 4M FL2 3.0 V6 MHEV quattro. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2023 Audi Q7 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System3 · ~32,000 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Service Brakes3 · ~32,000 mi
Engine2 · ~32,000 mi
Power Train2
Seats2
Unknown or Other2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Back Over Prevention1
Lane Departure1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System319%32,000——
Forward Collision Avoidance319%———
Service Brakes319%32,000——
Engine213%32,000——
Power Train213%———
Seats213%———
Unknown or Other213%———
Vehicle Speed Control213%———
Back Over Prevention16%———
Lane Departure16%———
Steering16%———
Structure16%———
Visibility16%271——
Wheels16%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 6 complaints
2023: 5202352024: 4202442025: 6202562026: 120261

n = 16 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2023 Audi Q7 recalls (3)

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Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraDec 19, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V900000 · 356,894 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Air bags:sensor:occupant classification:front passengerApr 3, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · 91 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.

Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

Air bags:side/windowDec 20, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V868000 · 1,001 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

Risk: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.

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 rear differential keep locking and making noise while turning

Power Train · received Feb 5, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11715852

Audi Rumble is present on this vehicle, Audi disregards it even after visiting the dealer many times over the issue. Center diff is what is causing it. No issue up to 30k miles, then the rumble started. I am afraid of the drivetrain breaking and locking up during driving which could be…

Power Train · received Nov 4, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11697332

First Incident [XXX], in Columbia SC driving in parking lot On Post, approx 10pm, blocking traffic. Car shut down and MMI disappeared. After approximately 20-30 minutes car started, still no screen. I was able to drive it. Next day, Rebooted per Google, took to dealership who said I should make…

Electrical System · received Jun 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11669083

After owning the vehicle for less than one-year (~20k) miles, the front brakes started to pulse and make noise when stopping. Stopping distance was reduced. The dealer recommended that the rotors be replaced and did so at zero cost as a courtesy. Twelve weeks later, the pulsing and noise and…

Service Brakes · received Apr 29, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11657439

Sensors go off that I will hit something when not there Remote batteries have dies three times in two years Car won't start Bluetooth doesn't connect Trunk liftgate doesn't work Volume turns off.

Electrical System · received Mar 4, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11646157

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q7?

Owners most often report electrical system, forward collision avoidance, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Audi Q7?

Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2023 Audi Q7 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Q7 model years, the 2023 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.