2018 AUDI S7 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2018 AUDI S7
The 2018 AUDI S7 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2018 AUDI S7
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2018 AUDI S7, potentially affecting up to 139,249 vehicles.
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 →Owner Complaints for the 2018 AUDI S7
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI S7.
Safety Rating for the 2018 AUDI S7
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2018 AUDI S7 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 AUDI S7
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 AUDI S7. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A1921192061918_3 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides guidance on diagnosing a coolant light concern with normal coolant level in the tank.
A5020042061716_1 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin contains instructions for addressing a creaking noise in the floor.
A2720352058831_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin contains a software update for DTC P0CA700 or U046900.
MY 2018 A7-S7 PD — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 AUDI S7
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI S7
- 2013 AUDI S7 — 19 complaints
- 2014 AUDI S7 — 20 complaints
- 2015 AUDI S7 — 1 complaint
- 2016 AUDI S7 — 22 complaints
- 2017 AUDI S7 — 12 complaints
- 2018 AUDI S7 (current)
- 2019 AUDI S7 — 0 complaints
- 2020 AUDI S7 — 7 complaints
- 2021 AUDI S7 — 5 complaints
- 2022 AUDI S7 — 0 complaints
- 2023 AUDI S7 — 0 complaints