AUDI A7 2018

Complete listing of complaints and recalls for this vehicle

5
Complaints
2
Recalls

Complaints & Recalls

5 Complaints 2 Recalls

Official Safety Recalls - Important!

2 Recalls

These are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.

Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 19V035000 SAFETY RECALL
74.9K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jan 16, 2019
Safety Issue:

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.

Potential Risk:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
FREE Recall Solution:
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.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local AUDI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 24DP
Notice Date: Feb 28, 2019
Recall Date: Jan 16, 2019
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
NHTSA Campaign: 18V370000 SAFETY RECALL
139.2K Vehicles Affected
Recall Date: Jun 4, 2018
Safety Issue:

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

Potential Risk:
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
FREE Recall Solution:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Additional Details:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Action Required: Contact your local AUDI dealer to schedule your FREE recall repair.
Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 74D5
Notice Date: Nov 29, 2018
Recall Date: Jun 4, 2018

Consumer Complaints

5 Complaints
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11581063 Other
Apr 4, 2024
Defect Description:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Consequences:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Corrective Action:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Additional Notes:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 11581063
Notice Date: Apr 4, 2024
Recall Date: Apr 4, 2024
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11581063 Other
Apr 4, 2024
Defect Description:

SERVICE BRAKES

Potential Consequences:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Corrective Action:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Additional Notes:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 11581063
Notice Date: Apr 4, 2024
Recall Date: Apr 4, 2024
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11581063 Other
Apr 4, 2024
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Corrective Action:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Additional Notes:

My 2018 Audi A7 auto start / stop system has a very noticeable violent jerk when the engine restarts or I let off the brake.

Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 11581063
Notice Date: Apr 4, 2024
Recall Date: Apr 4, 2024
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11324426 Other
May 13, 2020
Defect Description:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Potential Consequences:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUDI SAN DIEGO (9010 MIRAMAR RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92126) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR PROVIDE A CAUSE FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS LESS EVIDENT DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 10,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

Corrective Action:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUDI SAN DIEGO (9010 MIRAMAR RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92126) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR PROVIDE A CAUSE FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS LESS EVIDENT DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 10,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

Additional Notes:

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUDI SAN DIEGO (9010 MIRAMAR RD, SAN DIEGO, CA 92126) WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR PROVIDE A CAUSE FOR THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS LESS EVIDENT DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 10,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 11324426
Notice Date: May 13, 2020
Recall Date: May 13, 2020
Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc.
Campaign: 11186100 Other
Mar 12, 2019
Defect Description:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Potential Consequences:

SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH ON INTERSTATE 84. NO OTHER VEHICLES OR OVERHEAD CROSSINGS NEARBY.

Corrective Action:

SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH ON INTERSTATE 84. NO OTHER VEHICLES OR OVERHEAD CROSSINGS NEARBY.

Additional Notes:

SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH ON INTERSTATE 84. NO OTHER VEHICLES OR OVERHEAD CROSSINGS NEARBY.

Manufacturer: AUDI
Mfg Campaign: 11186100
Notice Date: Mar 12, 2019
Recall Date: Mar 12, 2019

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