2020 AUDI SQ7 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
22
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2020 AUDI SQ7
The 2020 AUDI SQ7 has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. 22 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2020 AUDI SQ7
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2020 AUDI SQ7, potentially affecting up to 356,894 vehicles.
Recall 25V900000 — BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
| 356,894 vehicles affected
Defect: 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."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2020 AUDI SQ7
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 AUDI SQ7. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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 included in any current recalls. "Check engine" diagnostic code P0299 was our first indicator.
Safety Rating for the 2020 AUDI SQ7
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2020 AUDI SQ7 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2020 AUDI SQ7
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 22 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 AUDI SQ7. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A1924712075878_1 — ENGINE
This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on, or the red coolant lamp lights up; DTC P218100 and/or P1BB400.
A2024682070281_3 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This bulletin provides information when DTC P310B00 - low fuel pressure regulation, fuel pressure outside of tolerance is present.
A1924522065040_4 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP
This bulletin provides information when the coolant warning light is on or when the coolant pump is replaced due to a coolant leak.
A9024682072617_1 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
This bulletin provides information for parking aid inop, DTC B107A16 stored in the driver assistance system with symptom code 233474
A0123592069351_3 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
This bulletin provides information on when the engine crankcase breather has a whistling sound, and DTC P227900 is stored.
A912230205607616 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This bulletin contains instructions for when there is no diagnostics communication with the ConBox.
A1922302065040_2 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin advises to ensure that full diagnosis is completed on supporting systems prior to replacing the coolant pump.
A4822352067555_1 — BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
This bulletin provides a software update for DTC B200049 with Symptom Code 7353984.
A4322582059665_3 — SUSPENSION
This bulletin contains a software update that corrects the control module configuration and addresses a warning light.
A9122972063497_3 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This bulletin contains software updates that address various cluster concerns.
Showing 10 of 22 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2020 AUDI SQ7
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI SQ7
- 2020 AUDI SQ7 (current)
- 2021 AUDI SQ7 — 9 complaints
- 2022 AUDI SQ7 — 7 complaints
- 2023 AUDI SQ7 — 0 complaints
- 2024 AUDI SQ7 — 0 complaints
- 2025 AUDI SQ7 — 1 complaint