CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Audi RS 7 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (2 reports).
2016 Audi RS 7 recalls
Blocked Turbo Oil Strainer Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk
A blocked oil supply strainer in the turbocharger can cut off lubrication to the turbo bearings, causing them to wear.
Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
A sensor mat under the front passenger seat can wear or become stressed over time.
Tire label overstates load limit; overloading could raise crash risk
The tire information label on these vehicles lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs (520 kg), but the correct figure is 992 lbs (450 kg).
Most common 2016 Audi RS 7 problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 |
What owners report
The front driver and passenger windows started delaminating. Rear side glass is fine. Audi of Van Nuys took pictures. Audi paid for the glass but charged me $1100 for labor.
turbo failure
AS I WOULD COME DRIVE ON THE CITY ROADS AND COME TO SLOW DOWN TO A STOP OR MAKE A SIGNAL TURN THE AUTO STOP WOULD COME ON BEFORE MAKING A COMPLETE STOP AND SHUTS THE CAR OFF WHILE STILL IN MOTION. CAUSING THE WHEEL TO LOCK AND I WOULD HAVE TO STOP THE CAR PUT IT IN PARK AND PUSH THE START/STOP BUTTON TO ACTIVATE THE VEHICLE AGAIN.
IT HASN'T HAPPENED YET, BUT MY CONCERN IS GROWING AS AUDI HAS FAILED TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. PER AUDI TSB 2044640 AND BENTLEY TSB 20520851 VOLKSWAGON GROUP IS AWARE OF TURBOS FAILING ON THEIR 4.0T ENGINES. THE ISSUE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS THE OIL SCREEN RUNNING TO THE TURBOCHARGER'S (CLOGGING), AS WELL AS THE OIL SEPARATOR FAILING/CRACKING. I'M CONCERNED FOR MY OWN SAFETY AS I LIVE IN A STATE WITH SPEED LIMITS OF 80 MPH - IF MY TURBO BLOWS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND I HAVE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AT 80 MPH I DON'T KNOW HOW THE CAR IS GOING TO REACT. NOT ONLY THAT BUT A FAILED TURBO IMPELLER CAN BE FED BACK INTO THE ENGINE CAUSING PERMANENT ENGINE DAMAGE, AND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD BE A D
TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI RS7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (AUDI MEMPHIS, 1825 COVINGTON PIKE, MEMPHIS, TN 38128, (888) 482-5202) WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE MANUFACTURER WOULD PROVIDE THE PART BEYOND A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THERE WAS NO MENTION OF AN OPTION FOR A LOANER VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
2016 Audi RS 7 questions
Does the 2016 Audi RS 7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Audi RS 7: Blocked Turbo Oil Strainer Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Tire label overstates load limit; overloading could raise crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi RS 7?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (2), Unknown Or Other (1), Air Bags (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Audi RS 7 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.