The vehicle dossier US · 2007
2007 Audi
Q7Problems & recalls
95 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Electrical system appears in 34 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 95 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 15 years with reports.
77,400 miles is the median among 70 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 39,004–113,000 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
3 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 18V818000
Reported concern
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
Manufacturer campaign: 20BJ
Read campaign 18V818000 at NHTSAFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMPCampaign 16V660000
Reported concern
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Manufacturer’s stated response
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
Manufacturer campaign: 20W9
Read campaign 16V660000 at NHTSASTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LIDCampaign 07V334000
Reported concern
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE FUNCTION. IF ONE OF THE STRUTS HAS A TOTAL LOSS OF PRESSURE, THE RESULTANT SLOW MOVEMENT OF THE REAR LID IS INTERPRETED BY THE SOFTWARE AS AN INTENDED MANUAL CLOSE AND THE MOTOR CLUTCH RELEASES TO CLOSE THE REAR LID IMMEDIATELY.
Manufacturer’s stated response
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
Manufacturer campaign: JV
Read campaign 07V334000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
408 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
TSB_2082615_1This bulletin provides inormation when the ATF pipes leak; Q7 with 0C8 gearbox.NHTSA ID 11035846
This bulletin provides inormation when the ATF pipes leak; Q7 with 0C8 gearbox.
Components: POWER TRAIN. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11035846 at NHTSAA0023742052680_4This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.NHTSA ID 10243930
This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10243930 at NHTSADC_Alternator_6Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10231019
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10231019 at NHTSADC_Alternator_5Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10231069
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10231069 at NHTSADC_Alternator_4Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10231061
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10231061 at NHTSADC_Alternator_3Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10231029
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10231029 at NHTSADC_Alternator_2Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10230850
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10230850 at NHTSADC_AlternatorSupport for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-orderNHTSA ID 10228815
Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10228815 at NHTSADC_RECALLSSAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALESNHTSA ID 10228803
SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10228803 at NHTSAA572200202203210This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.NHTSA ID 10228787
This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10228787 at NHTSAA9122192067783_1This bulletin provides information about obtaining a radio code using ODIS.NHTSA ID 10217909
This bulletin provides information about obtaining a radio code using ODIS.
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10217909 at NHTSADC_20220329Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit PolicyNHTSA ID 10209454
Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy
Components: EQUIPMENT. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10209454 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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