2016 AUDI RS 7 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
18
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 AUDI RS 7
The 2016 AUDI RS 7 has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER, AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 18 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (2 complaints), Air Bags (1 complaint), and Electrical System (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 AUDI RS 7
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2016 AUDI RS 7, potentially affecting up to 168,885 vehicles.
Recall 22V178000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
| 26,093 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 18V370000 — AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
| 139,249 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 18V096000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 3,543 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Consequence: If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44N9.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 AUDI RS 7
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 AUDI RS 7. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The front driver and passenger windows started delaminating. Rear side glass is fine. Audi of Van Nuys took pictures. Audi paid for the glass but charged me $1100 for labor.
AS I WOULD COME DRIVE ON THE CITY ROADS AND COME TO SLOW DOWN TO A STOP OR MAKE A SIGNAL TURN THE AUTO STOP WOULD COME ON BEFORE MAKING A COMPLETE STOP AND SHUTS THE CAR OFF WHILE STILL IN MOTION. CAUSING THE WHEEL TO LOCK AND I WOULD HAVE TO STOP THE CAR PUT IT IN PARK AND PUSH THE START/STOP BUTTON TO ACTIVATE THE VEHICLE AGAIN.
IT HASN'T HAPPENED YET, BUT MY CONCERN IS GROWING AS AUDI HAS FAILED TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. PER AUDI TSB 2044640 AND BENTLEY TSB 20520851 VOLKSWAGON GROUP IS AWARE OF TURBOS FAILING ON THEIR 4.0T ENGINES. THE ISSUE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS THE OIL SCREEN RUNNING TO THE TURBOCHARGER'S (CLOGGING), AS WELL AS THE OIL SEPARATOR FAILING/CRACKING. I'M CONCERNED FOR MY OWN SAFETY AS I LIVE IN A STATE WITH SPEED LIMITS OF 80 MPH - IF MY TURBO BLOWS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND I HAVE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AT 80 MPH I DON'T KNOW HOW THE CAR IS GOING TO REACT. NOT ONLY THAT BUT A FAILED TURBO IMPELLER CAN BE FED BACK INTO THE ENGINE CAUSING PERMANENT ENGINE DAMAGE, AND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD BE A DISASTER. AGAIN, MY FAILURE HASN'T HAPPENED YET BUT I'M CONCERNED FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF MY PASSENGERS.
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI RS7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (AUDI MEMPHIS, 1825 COVINGTON PIKE, MEMPHIS, TN 38128, (888) 482-5202) WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE MANUFACTURER WOULD PROVIDE THE PART BEYOND A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THERE WAS NO MENTION OF AN OPTION FOR A LOANER VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Safety Rating for the 2016 AUDI RS 7
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 AUDI RS 7 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 AUDI RS 7
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 18 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 AUDI RS 7. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A9122882060475_2 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin contains a software update for when a short time after the parking aid gets activated, there is no audio instead of the pre-selected lowered volume in the parking aid menu. When the parking aid deactivates, the regular volume resumes.
A0121102028842_3 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This informational bulletin gives instructions for identifying chip tuning.
A4020052024318_9 — EQUIPMENT
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
A2119342044640_8 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance. 2016 S8+ 2016-2017 A8, S7, S8, RS7, and RS7+
A211931 2044640- — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
A011903 2045909- — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides a software update for misfiring cylinders or installs spring plates.
A461800 2045505- — SERVICE BRAKES
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is a pulsation when braking at any speed.
A211828 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the engine cannot be started or it is difficult, there is unusual noises when accelerating and/or there is reduced engine performance.
A431727 2049664- — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains repair information for when the warning lamp is on for shock absorber regulation with a DTC stored.
A431728 2049664- — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
This bulletin contains repair information for when the warning lamp is on for shock absorber regulation with a DTC stored.
Showing 10 of 18 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 AUDI RS 7
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI RS 7
- 2014 AUDI RS 7 — 7 complaints
- 2015 AUDI RS 7 — 2 complaints
- 2016 AUDI RS 7 (current)
- 2017 AUDI RS 7 — 0 complaints
- 2018 AUDI RS 7 — 0 complaints
- 2021 AUDI RS 7 — 4 complaints