Audi S7 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · 58 owner complaints analyzed

Years with far more complaints than usual:

NHTSA has 58 owner complaints and 14 safety recalls on file for the Audi S7, across 12 model years (2013–2025). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (16). The most reported problem area overall is engine.

Audi S7
Production: 2010 - Generation: Second (C8, 2018 - ) Engine: 4,0 litre biturbo V8 (petrol) Power: 450 PS Gearbox: 8 speed S Tronic Layout: front engine, all whee. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Charles from Port Chester, New York, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Peak: 2013, with 16 complaints
2013: 162013162014: 142014142015: 1201512016: 152016152017: 6201762018: 0201802020: 3202032021: 3202132022: 0202202023: 0202302024: 0202402025: 020250

n = 58 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Audi S7 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S7 year: 2013, 2014, 2016. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2013 S7: 16 complaints, 3 recalls
  2. 2016 S7: 15 complaints, 2 recalls
  3. 2014 S7: 14 complaints, 4 recalls

Model years with the fewest complaints

  1. 2015 S7: 1 complaint, 3 recalls
  2. 2020 S7: 3 complaints, 6 recalls
  3. 2021 S7: 3 complaints, 10 recalls

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 S7 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Engine3660
Electrical System1260
Power Train850
Forward Collision Avoidance530
Fuel/propulsion System540
Steering430
Engine and Engine Cooling320
Lane Departure320
Service Brakes220
Suspension220
Vehicle Speed Control220
Visibility110
Visibility/wiper110

All Audi S7 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2025 S701——
2024 S701——
2023 S701——
2022 S703——
2021 S7310—Electrical System
2020 S736—Electrical System
2018 S701——
2017 S762—Electrical System
2016 S7152—EngineFar more complaints than other years
2015 S713—Engine
2014 S7144—EngineFar more complaints than other years
2013 S7163—EngineFar more complaints than other years

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Frequently asked questions

Which Audi S7 years should you stay away from?

By NHTSA complaints, 2013 (16), 2014 (14), 2016 (15) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical S7 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 S7?

Engine, with 36 complaints across 6 model years.

How many recalls does the Audi S7 have?

14 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.