2018 Audi A7
Only 3 complaints 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 3 complaints
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 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-04
Also filed under Electrical system
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 3 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Audi A7. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-13
Electrical system
1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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
2018 Audi A7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V370000 · Air bags
- Recall 19V035000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Audi A7?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A7 have?
- 2 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.