2009 Audi Q7
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 95 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 21 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2014 | 46 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 2 |
| 2017 | 322 |
| 2018 | 144 |
| 2019 | 63 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 17 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel/propulsion system
7 of 21 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Visibility/wiper
3 of 21 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
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The passenger side windshield arm snapped off in the middle of driving under ordinary conditions at a slow speed. It flew off the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-10
Engine
3 of 21 total reports mention: engine.
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I was driving my 2009 Audi Q7 last June 27,2021 at 5 pm in interstate 5N my speed is 70mph when i heard a beep sound , Air bag and Hood light on flashes in the dash board and i decided to pull over on the shoulder lane when my wife noticed that...
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-07-12
Ignition coil light came on and vehicle engine began sputtering. Pulled over to the side of the highway to attempt to turn around and take vehicle home. Car stalled out and would not restart. Had to get it towed to Audi dealer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-18
Also filed under Fuel system, diesel
Electrical system
3 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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I started the lemon law process a year ago for this vehicle thinking that it was defective. I have only recently been informed that the problem I am experiencing is a design feature, they even called it a "Safety feature" - but it is very dangerous.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-29
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2011-02-07Engineering analysisClosed 2015-03-27 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure
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2016-11-09Fuel system, gasoline16V660000 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.
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2018-12-28Fuel system, gasoline18V818000 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.
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2023-04-13Equipment, tires23V086000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded.
Remedy: Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V660000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 18V818000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 23V086000 · Equipment, tires
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- Is the 2009 Audi Q7 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 2009 Audi Q7?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Audi Q7 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.