2020 Audi SQ7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 9, 2026 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SQ7 years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Audi SQ7. That ranks 3rd out of 7 SQ7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is back over prevention (1 complaints, 50%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2020 Audi SQ7 problems

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

Back Over Prevention1
Electrical System1
Engine1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Back Over Prevention150%———
Electrical System150%———
Engine150%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 1 complaints
2025: 1202512026: 120261

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2020 Audi SQ7 recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

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.

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 2020 Audi SQ7 has a recall for the backup camera malfunctioning. The recall is 90TV according to Audi. My vehicle has been at the Audi Dealer in Brentwood, TN for 2 weeks now because their software update that is supposed to fix the vehicle is not working. According to the Service Advisor…

Electrical System · received Jun 9, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11743008

We are told by Audi dealer service that our entire water pump system is defective and needs to be replaced at a cost of $5000+. We've had Audis subject to past recall and class action settlements. This is an ongoing, known issue for Audi for over a decade. Frustratingly, our 2020 SQ7 model is not…

Engine · received Jul 25, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11676169

Other Audi SQ7 years

2021 SQ7 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 SQ701
2025 SQ722
2024 SQ712
2023 SQ702
2022 SQ753
2021 SQ766
202021

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi SQ7?

Owners most often report back over prevention, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, back over prevention, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2020 Audi SQ7?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2020 Audi SQ7 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SQ7 model years, the 2020 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.