2020 Audi Q7
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2020
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2020: 28 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 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
11 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
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I am filing a complaint concerning serious safety risks associated with my 2020 Audi Q7 (VIN: [XXX] ) purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle from Audi Dominion San Antonio.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-08-05
COMPONENT: 48V mild-hybrid electrical system â engine ground connections, Belt Starter Generator circuit, and 48V lithium battery.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-25
While driving, Forward Collision Warning appears without any reason. My understanding is that the car will brake itself if it senses frontal collosion and I am concerned that it might brake suddenly without my knowledge and cause an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-12-18
Engine
7 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
Power train
3 of 28 total reports mention: power train.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2020 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal noise from the passenger's side rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to exceed 20 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-05-29
Engine and engine cooling
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing pump.
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See attached document for complaint.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-22
Forward collision avoidance
3 of 28 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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.
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2021-03-05Air bags21V078000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2021. Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.
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2022-12-22Fuel system, gasoline22V516000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
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2023-05-10Forward collision avoidance23V212000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will update the control software and replace the heater element for the front camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2026-01-14Back over prevention25V900000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV.
Buy-smart checklist
2020 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V658000 · Structure
- Recall 21V078000 · Air bags
- Recall 22V516000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 23V212000 · Forward collision avoidance
- Recall 25V900000 · Back over prevention
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2020 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 2020 Audi Q7?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2020 Audi Q7 have?
- 5 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.