NHTSA Complaint #11708802 — 2017 AUDI Q7

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11708802
Vehicle	2017 AUDI Q7
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	December 26, 2025
Date Filed	January 5, 2026
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Catastrophic Engine failure while driving on highway with family. System gave error codes DTC P054A, DTC P0301, DTC P0017. Vehicle was not drivable. Always serviced with oil and filter change at recommended service intervals at authorized Audi dealer. Never showed any signs of malfunction or warning lamps prior to this incidence. Brought it to a mechanic specializing in European cars and diagnosis was the Engine has failed completely and needs new engine.

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