2008 Audi Q7
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 95 |
| 2008 | 32 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 38 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 44 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 316 |
| 2018 | 139 |
| 2019 | 61 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 67 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
47% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.
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HI, MY CAR WAS FOUND HAS BAD GAS SMELL BACK ON SEP 27TH, AND WE BROUGHT CAR TO MIDAS AUTO SERVICE TO CHECK IT UP. LATER THEY CALLED ME THE FUEL PUMP IS CRACKED AND FUEL IS LEAKING WHICH NEED BE FIXED ASAP TO PREVENT FIRE RISK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181013
13% of complaints: electrical system — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
THE CAR WAS SLIPPING ON ICE WHEN THERE WAS NOT THAT MUCH ICE. THEN I WAS TOLD IT HAS AN ISSUE WITH AN ABS CONTROL MODULE. THE PART IS OVER $2500 AND THE CAR DOES NOT EVEN HAVE 70 000 MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150401
This issue closely resembles Audi recall campaign 97CB (NHTSA campaign ID 16V642000), with details available at [XXX] .
NHTSA ODI report, 20250415
ENGINE START BUTTON: WITHIN 9,800 MILES, THE ESB STARTED TO BE INOPERABLE. VERY INCONVENIENT. IT IS CURRENTLY BEING DIAGNOSED AT THE MOMENT. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20090609
9% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 3 distinct reports on file.
6% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 2 distinct reports on file.
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DRIVING ON A CAUSEWAY WHILE RAINING AND SUDDENLY PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM BROKE. IT MADE HUGE NOISE AND THANKS GOD IT DID NOT BREAK THE WINDSHEILD OR HIT ANYBODY BEHIND THE WHEEL. COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180128
6% of complaints: engine — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Campaign 07V334000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump.
Campaign 16V660000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V818000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2008 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V334000 (structure) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V660000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V818000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2008 Audi Q7 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Audi Q7 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Audi Q7?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Audi Q7 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.