2019 Audi Q7
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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
- 63
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Suspension
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
16% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 63 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.
Suspension
16% · 10 reportsSteering
16% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While turning onto an exit ramp from the highway at a low speed, my son said the steering wheel suddenly locked up (It stiffened to the point of no movement) and he couldn't turn the wheel and crashed into a guard rail.*dt consumer would like to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-12
Vehicle stability while driving on automatic driving /lane keeping system failed 3 times almost causing vehicle to loose control and crash.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-16
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Electrical system
14% · 9 reportsFuel/propulsion system
13% · 8 reportsForward collision avoidance
11% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Safety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2019-03-18Suspension19V114000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
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2020-03-19Air bags20V093000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AJ.
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2020-03-31Steering20V149000 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.
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2020-11-17Structure20V658000 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Suspension: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 19V114000 · Suspension
- Recall 20V093000 · Air bags
- Recall 20V149000 · Steering
- Recall 20V658000 · Structure
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- Is the 2019 Audi Q7 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Audi Q7 is rated "typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi Q7?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Q7 have?
- 4 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.