2015 Audi RS 7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RS 7 years
- Not enough data 4th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Audi RS 7. That ranks 4th out of 12 RS 7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 68,426 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Audi RS 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 100% | 68,426 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2015 Audi RS 7 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
Risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure (EA22001) — opened Apr 4, 2022, closed May 26, 2023.
- Engine Stall - Turbo Failure (PE21009) — opened Mar 29, 2021, closed May 27, 2022, led to recall 22V178000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
We were driving on the interstate highway and the vehicle seemed to be running fine. After getting off of the interstate highway, we approached an intersection to turn left. I slowed down to turn the corner and the vehicle stalled in an intersection without warning. After 5 minutes of trying to…
Vehicle stalled in traffic, randomly, with no other warning signs. Subsequent attempts to re-start the car failed. Car needed to be pushed out of traffic and towed to dealership. Discovered that there was a turbocharger failure in one bank (driver's side) that needed to be replaced. Not covered…
Other Audi RS 7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 RS 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 RS 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 RS 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 RS 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 RS 7 | 0 | 4 |
| 2021 RS 7 | 4 | 12 |
| 2018 RS 7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2017 RS 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2016 RS 7 | 6 | 3 |
| 2015 | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 RS 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 2013 RS 7 | 0 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Audi RS 7?
Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Audi RS 7?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Audi RS 7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RS 7 model years, the 2015 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.