2017 Audi A7
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2017
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2017: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 3 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 2 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
The automatic start/stop fuel-saving engine feature engages prematurely, before the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-08-10
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and engine
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 1 total report mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Engine
1 of 1 total report mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-02-28Air bags, seat belts16V955000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began April 2017.
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2017-07-03Air bags17V293000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected head curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 29, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2018-11-29Air bags18V370000 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).
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.
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2019-02-28Fuel system, gasoline19V035000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2017 Audi A7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V955000 · Air bags, seat belts
- Recall 17V293000 · Air bags
- Recall 18V370000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V035000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2017 Audi A7 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi A7?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2017 Audi A7 have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.