CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Audi Q7 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (45 reports).
2021 Audi Q7 recalls
Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk
A software error can prevent the rearview camera image from showing on the display as intended.
Instrument panel may fail, hiding speed and warning lights
A software error can cause the instrument panel display to fail, so critical information such as the speedometer and warning lights may not be shown to the driver.
Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse
A software problem can cause the rearview camera display to show a blank or black screen instead of the camera image when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Fuel pump may break and stall the engine
A component inside the fuel pump can break, causing the pump to fail.
Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk
Audi is recalling certain vehicles because the rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after repairs made under an earlier recall were performed.
Rear Seat Belt May Fail to Secure Child Car Seats
Rear seat belt retractors in these vehicles may deactivate early, which can stop a child restraint system from being held securely in place.
Rear axle lock nut can break, risking loss of control
A lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle can break over time because of stress corrosion.
Passenger airbag may deploy too fast, risking child injury
Certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles have an air bag control module that may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when an unbelted child is seated in the front passenger seat.
Side Airbag May Deploy Late in a Side Crash
The electrical connector on the door crash sensor in either front door can detach.
Most common 2021 Audi Q7 problems
Problem areas named in the 75 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 45 |
| Engine | 19 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 |
| Back Over Prevention | 7 |
| Lane Departure | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
What owners report
Active Lane Assist defect that causes uncommanded, abrupt steering to the left without driver input, most often in intersections where lane markings disappear. The system cannot be deactivated, creating a risk of loss of vehicle control and a crash. The dealer says it is a software issue with no manufacturer fix available.
It is listed as Instrument cluster malfunction with a couple lights on like Brake, ABS, steering wheel with exclamation point next to it. Often when Iâm driving the screen in front of me that tells me my speed will go extremely dark to the point you can barely read what it says on it. I have not taken it to a dealership or service place yet but this is part of a recall that my car does not qualify for. One day it just started in January and despite efforts to reset it, has not gone away. The lights stay on at all times.
I have heard a knocking and experienced sudden loss of power while driving- not electrical loss, but vehicle suddenly slows down and unable to pick back up speed effectively creating a safety concern when driving- especially at on ramps. A warning light comes on and then it will go off randomly with the loss of power. I have taken it in multiple times and was told it is an emissions issue and a vacuum hose issue that allows fluid to get into my turbos or something along those lines. I have both been told by my Audi service advisor and done my own research and seen there have been issues with previous years and ultimately a recall was done to fix those- My vehicle is the 1st year followin
Water pump failure causing coolant to leak into engine.
The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the instrument cluster display had become blank and failed to operate as intended. The failure prevented the contact from viewing critical vehicle information, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, and turn signal indicators. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster failed and needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V201000 (Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.
2021 Audi Q7 questions
Does the 2021 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2021 Audi Q7: Rearview Camera May Not Display, Raising Crash Risk; Instrument panel may fail, hiding speed and warning lights; Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse; Fuel pump may break and stall the engine; Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Audi Q7?
Based on 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (45), Engine (19), Unknown Or Other (11).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Audi Q7 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.