2013 Audi S7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S7 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi S7. That is the most of any S7 model year in the database (12 years). The most reported problem area is engine (14 complaints, 88%), typically at around 72,000 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
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- 16owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2013 Audi S7 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 | 14 | 88% | 72,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 13% | 70,985 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 6% | 223,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 6% | 45,900 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 6% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2013 Audi S7 recalls (3)
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.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
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.
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2013 Audi S7. The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller on [XXX]. The contact stated that the seller's advertisement and the odometer indicated that the mileage was 115,000. The Carfax report indicated that the odometer mileage was 220,000. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Audi S7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who replaced the turbocharger; however, the failure recurred with the engine seizing. The vehicle was towed to another…
J197 module is always falling the car is 26,000 and the suspension goes bad need readapt few times They need to check that module
The contact owns a 2013 Audi S7. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be serviced for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V178000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) where the turbochargers needed to be replaced from wear and tear from the consequences mentioned in the recall. The dealer diagnosed that…
Both stock 2013 S7 turbos were blown/damaged at 38k miles due to being starved of oil lubrication from a faulty blocked screen. This is a known issue and has occurred in many Audi S7 and S6 vehicles with the 4.0 twin turbo engine. Audi has upgraded and changed the oil screen design and location in…
Other Audi S7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 S7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 S7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 S7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 S7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 S7 | 3 | 10 |
| 2020 S7 | 3 | 6 |
| 2018 S7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2017 S7 | 6 | 2 |
| 2016 S7 | 15 | 2 |
| 2015 S7 | 1 | 3 |
| 2014 S7 | 14 | 4 |
| 2013 | 16 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi S7?
Owners most often report engine, engine and engine cooling, electrical system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Audi S7?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2013 Audi S7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S7 model years, the 2013 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.