CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Audi S7 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (14 reports).
2013 Audi S7 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.
Most common 2013 Audi S7 problems
Problem areas named in the 16 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 14 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2013 Audi S7. The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller on [XXX]. The contact stated that the seller's advertisement and the odometer indicated that the mileage was 115,000. The Carfax report indicated that the odometer mileage was 220,000. The vehicle was serviced at an Audi of Charlotte in Mathew, NC on 02/27/2025, and the odometer reported 220,897. In addition, in April 2025, the Charlotte, NC Department of Motor Vehicles reported that the odometer mileage was 223,000. The seller was contacted, but declined to communicate with the contact. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
The contact owns a 2017 Audi S7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who replaced the turbocharger; however, the failure recurred with the engine seizing. The vehicle was towed to another independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V178000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
J197 module is always falling the car is 26,000 and the suspension goes bad need readapt few times They need to check that module
The contact owns a 2013 Audi S7. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be serviced for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V178000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) where the turbochargers needed to be replaced from wear and tear from the consequences mentioned in the recall. The dealer diagnosed that the turbocharger itself needed to be replaced, however, it was not covered under the recall. The turbochargers had not been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,970.
Both stock 2013 S7 turbos were blown/damaged at 38k miles due to being starved of oil lubrication from a faulty blocked screen. This is a known issue and has occurred in many Audi S7 and S6 vehicles with the 4.0 twin turbo engine. Audi has upgraded and changed the oil screen design and location in these models due to this problem, however Audi owners suffering this known issue have to pay for repairs on their own dime if the car is past warranty. Repairs were $13k.
2013 Audi S7 questions
Does the 2013 Audi S7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Audi S7: Blocked Turbo Oil Strainer Can Stall Engine, Raising Crash Risk; Passenger Front Airbag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi S7?
Based on 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (14), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Audi S7 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.