2014 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
- 46
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2014
None on file
26% of complaints
Complaints per year
2014: 46 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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel/propulsion system
26% · 12 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My car began leaking large amounts of fuel. Recall 20Z8 but Audi said my car wasn't eligible? Also upon starting the car driving the first few second the abs engages and slow down for around 20-30 seconds every…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-10
Also filed under Service brakes
Engine
22% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a fuel and exhaust odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-21
Also filed under Fuel system, gasoline
Electrical system
15% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
This morning my was parked in the parking lot of one supermarket. I used the key to start the car and opened front passenger side door to load the stuff. My nanny opened 2ND row passenger side door to sit my daughter in the car seat.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-07-24
I was turning left onto a main road when the hatchback spontaneously opened, I.e. The car was moving and the door to the back of the car opened all by itself.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-01-02
Fuel system, gasoline
13% · 6 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while attempting to trade the vehicle at a dealer, the team observed an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
Vehicle speed control
11% · 5 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Car self accelerated while parking into a space. It is a tdi version which had been in the shop for a recall modification to computer that same week.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-05
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2017-07-03Fuel system, gasoline17V298000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017.
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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
2014 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 12 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 17V298000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 23V086000 · Equipment, tires
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- Is the 2014 Audi Q7 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2014 Audi Q7 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi Q7?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Audi Q7 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.