2018 AUDI Q7 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
170
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
102
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 AUDI Q7
The 2018 AUDI Q7 has received a total of 170 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS, STEERING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL. 102 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (34 complaints), Exterior Lighting (19 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (18 complaints).
Recalls for the 2018 AUDI Q7
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2018 AUDI Q7, potentially affecting up to 169,254 vehicles.
Recall 20V658000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
| 94,144 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
View full details →Recall 20V149000 — STEERING
| 229 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Consequence: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this...
View full details →Recall 19V035000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
| 74,881 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2018 AUDI Q7
170 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI Q7. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
ALERT " Left Front side marker light defective" see owner manual. That is the message
The car has always (including during warranty period) required addition of engine oil in between scheduled maintenance interval, and problem got worse as function of age/miles. Audi has diagnosed this issue and it has been determined that the engine consumes excessive oil and requires new piston skirt. The cost of the labor is not something Audi is willing to pay for and there is a class action lawsuit. Audi has sent an email/letter to certain owners of the vehicle. My VIN for some reason wasn't included but now Audi has verified, but not willing to pay for the cost to replace the engine or fix it.
Left Front side marker light faulty. is the warning on the dashboard - I have noticed there is a recall I believe 2017 2018 for the same part and this is on a 2019 so it's obviously the part it actually says if there's a software fix
Left Front side marker light faulty. is the warning on the dashboard - I have noticed there is a recall I believe 2017 2018 for the same part and this is on a 2019 so it's obviously the part it actually says if there's a software fix
Safety Rating for the 2018 AUDI Q7
The 2018 AUDI Q7 received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 AUDI Q7
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 102 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 AUDI Q7. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TSB_2059841_6 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin provides ifnormaiotn when rear suspension lowering does not work.
TSB_2048360_6 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when the emergency call function (SOS) has a fault, function partially available. Please contact workshop, DTC B105313.
A5724532027368_6 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information when the door handle touch sensors (Audi advanced key) inoperative.
AVIN4PIN20240214 — SUSPENSION
Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 Charge handle doesnâÃÂÃÂt release Vehicle will not charge Temp sensor DTC P218500 Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate
A4723262055646_6 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information for when there is a hard brake pedal while attempting to start the vehicle.
DC_91CD20221021 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
3G Turndown (91CD) Warranty Claim Documentation
DC_91CD 20220817 — EQUIPMENT
91CD Activation Percentage Improvement Support.
A4822222050737_9 — SERVICE BRAKES
This bulletin contains repair instructions for brake squeal solution.
AWA 22-01 — SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
This Document informs dealers on the new brake warranty extension for 2017-2018 Q7 vehicles
A5722892058159_4 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
This bulletin describes the repair instructions in the instance of intermittent lack of function to the power closing door latch
Showing 10 of 102 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 AUDI Q7
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI Q7
- 2013 AUDI Q7 — 48 complaints
- 2014 AUDI Q7 — 65 complaints
- 2015 AUDI Q7 — 56 complaints
- 2016 AUDI Q7 — 2 complaints
- 2017 AUDI Q7 — 388 complaints
- 2018 AUDI Q7 (current)
- 2019 AUDI Q7 — 76 complaints
- 2020 AUDI Q7 — 25 complaints
- 2021 AUDI Q7 — 103 complaints
- 2022 AUDI Q7 — 19 complaints
- 2023 AUDI Q7 — 26 complaints