2022 Audi Q7

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2022 Audi Q7
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:53:10.862Z

Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2022: 18 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2007	95
2008	33
2009	21
2010	29
2011	23
2012	29
2013	41
2014	45
2015	44
2016	2
2017	319
2018	142
2019	61
2020	26
2021	71
2022	18
2023	16
2024	2
2025	16
2026	1

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 18 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

7 of 18 total reports mention: engine.

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car in question is a 2022 Audi q7 55 tfsi - 3.0 turbo - 40k miles 2 owner. serviced at Audi since new.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260805

My 2022 Audi Q7 experienced an internal water pump seal failure that allowed engine coolant to migrate into the vehicleâs vacuum system, contaminating the vacuum reservoir, valve, and connected lines.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260731

2022 AUDI Q7. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED MULTIPLE DIFFERENT ISSUES. THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD WHILE THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20220728

Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

5 of 18 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing adaptive cruise control and warnings.

POWER TRAIN

3 of 18 total reports mention: power train.

CRASH

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 18 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH INJURY

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I drove home after shopping, opened my garage door by remote, and pulled into the garage. I placed the vehicle in park, and shut off the engine via push button. I retrieved my purse from the passenger seat and exited the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260525

Also filed under SERVICE BRAKES

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 18 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20211109 — back over prevention

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

Campaign 21V825000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230606 — back over prevention, equipment

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.

Campaign 22V806000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260114 — back over prevention

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.

Campaign 25V900000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2022 Audi Q7 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (5 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (3 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 21V825000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
Verify recall 22V806000 (back over prevention, equipment) has been completed.
Verify recall 25V900000 (back over prevention) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2008 ▲ 2013 ▲ 2015

WORST YEARS

■ 2017 ■ 2018 ◆ 2007

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FAQ

Is the 2022 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 2022 Audi Q7?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q7 have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.