The vehicle dossier US · 2018
2018 Audi
Q7Problems & recalls
142 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Other components appears in 64 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 142 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
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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 9 years with reports.
15,800 miles is the median among 33 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 7,000–27,500 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.
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARSCampaign 20V658000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 70H8
Read campaign 20V658000 at NHTSASTEERINGCampaign 20V149000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
Manufacturer campaign: 36A1
Read campaign 20V149000 at NHTSAFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAILCampaign 19V035000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: 24DP
Read campaign 19V035000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
1,086 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_2074436_3This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.NHTSA ID 11036917
This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036917 at NHTSATSB_2069904_3This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.NHTSA ID 11036911
This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036911 at NHTSATSB_2069078_4This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).NHTSA ID 11036909
This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036909 at NHTSATSB_2068999_4This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.NHTSA ID 11036908
This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036908 at NHTSATSB_2067132_4This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.NHTSA ID 11036906
This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036906 at NHTSATSB_2064535_4This bulletin provides information when the steering wheel clicks when it is adjusted vertically.NHTSA ID 11036904
This bulletin provides information when the steering wheel clicks when it is adjusted vertically.
Components: STEERING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036904 at NHTSATSB_2063546_5This bulletin provides service infomraiton regardin gthe identifaction of noises with dynamic steering.NHTSA ID 11036903
This bulletin provides service infomraiton regardin gthe identifaction of noises with dynamic steering.
Components: STEERING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036903 at NHTSATSB_2063528_5This bulletin provides service information when thre are engine noises in the vehicle interior.NHTSA ID 11036902
This bulletin provides service information when thre are engine noises in the vehicle interior.
Components: STEERING. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036902 at NHTSASM 34-2026This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.NHTSA ID 11036900
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Components: ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036900 at NHTSATSB_2076945_2This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.NHTSA ID 11036922
This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
Components: STRUCTURE:BODY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036922 at NHTSATSB_2079732_2This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.NHTSA ID 11036934
This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036934 at NHTSATSB_2075120_3This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.NHTSA ID 11036921
This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
Components: SERVICE BRAKES. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 11036921 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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