2018 Audi Q7
This year had more than double the complaints of 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
26% of complaints: engine — 36 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
coolant leaking @ 50K miles and also their warning system is not as effective. I got into a fender bender 2 months in owning the car as brand new.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230913
15% of complaints: exterior lighting — 21 distinct reports on file.
12% of complaints: suspension — 16 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.
INJURY9% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I WAS TAKING A U-TURN UNDER A FREEWAY IN MY 10 MONTH OLD AUDI Q7. AS I WAS FINISHING THE U-TURN A STABILIZATION ERROR MESSAGE APPEARED AND MY BRAKES WENT OUT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190115
2018 AUDIO Q. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PARKING BRAKE MALFUNCTION. *LD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE MUST BE PUT IN TO NEUTRAL AND SELECT THE "P" FOR PARKING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180117
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Campaign 19V035000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 20V149000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
Campaign 20V658000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (36 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (21 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 19V035000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V149000 (steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V658000 (structure) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Audi Q7 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Audi Q7 is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi Q7?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 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.