KnownCarProblems2007 Audi Q7 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 95 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Audi Q7, most often about the electrical (36% of complaints, typically around 62,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Q7 model year since 2000 and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2007 Audi Q7 problems
Electrical
34 complaints · 36%Half of these problems showed up before 62,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH the navigation and the radio went completely off. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was…
Electrical issue due to the faulty sunroof water drain hoses(connection for hoses). Like all (all) Audi Q7 owners I have encouraged problems with my complete electrical system in the car. Water leaked from sunroof down to most electrical components in the car which are hidden behind upholstery. Audi is full of…
Fuel system
29 complaints · 31%Half of these problems showed up before 105,000 miles. Parts named most often: delivery.
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the vehicle was emitting a strong fuel odor. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated the plugs and the manifold failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired.…
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the odor of fuel was present inside and outside the vehicle. Also, the average fuel mileage decreased while driving. The vehicle and the driver discovered a puddle of fuel under the driver's side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…
Engine
19 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 97,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
Heard a loud "pop" then there was a strong smell of fuel coming from the engine compartments in my 2007 Audi Q7 3.6l fsi while I was driving. I stopped the vehicle and shut off the engine and did some investigation and found the leak was coming from the injector and the fuel rail. The vehicle was in motion on a busy…
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the vehicle was emitting a strong fuel odor. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who stated the plugs and the manifold failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired.…
Visibility and wipers
7 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 87,000 miles. Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly, rearview mirrors/devices.
As many people have already registered complaints about, even with cleaning our sunroof drains regularly, the glue failed causing US to not only endure the expense of a well-documented issue with the vehicle, but now we have been without a stereo since we feel we are entitled to at least that much, however, Audi of…
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. While the contact's daughter was driving at an unknown speed, the radio stopped functioning. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to premier automotive (located at 2516 fort campbell blvd, hopkinsville, ky 42240, ([phone]) where it was diagnosed that the…
Other or unspecified
6 complaints · 6%The vehicle has had the same problem of misfiring for over 2 years and has been pointed out to the repair shop on many occasions. The next problem is the truck taking very long to crank over when starting. The last problem is the vehicle has water ingress that is causing the electrical components to not function…
The 2007 Audi was hit on a high speed collision after other vehicle ran a red light and no air bags where deploid by the Audi Q7 after massive front and side collision from other vehicle at 50 MPH . Not very happy of the safety problem that this luxury 2007 Audi Q7 vehicle has by not deploying the front and side…
Body and structure
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 87,000 miles. Parts named most often: body.
As many people have already registered complaints about, even with cleaning our sunroof drains regularly, the glue failed causing US to not only endure the expense of a well-documented issue with the vehicle, but now we have been without a stereo since we feel we are entitled to at least that much, however, Audi of…
The rear sunroof leaks around the seal and leaks down into the electronics of the car. The drain tubes are ran through the electronics compartment causing it to short out the system and causing the check engine light and tire sensor lights to come on and not be able to be reset. The sunroof not only leaks from the…
Steering
5 complaints · 5%Parts named most often: column.
The contact owns a 2007 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled intermittently, and failed to return to normal operation. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was self-diagnosed by the contact, and the contact determined that the steering column lock module…
Stability control
4 complaints · 4%While driving in dry/fair weather conditions and at highway speeds (50 and 70 MPH) the esp warning light came on and engaged the ABS system for no apparent reason. It created a loss of control of the Audi Q7 4.2 until I turned off the esp system as I exited the freeway to stop and then restart the vehicle. This has…
I currently own a 2007 Audi Q7 3.6 and believe there is a safety issue with all 2007 3.6 vehicles. The vehicle is advertised to have the towing ability to tow up to 6600lbs. On three separate occasions while towing a 435lb aluminum trailer the check engine light came on along with the epc (electronic power control)…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Audi Q7 recalls
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Fuel system: fuel pump
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Body and structure: trunk lid
Risk: This can result in an unintended rapid closing of the rear lid with a risk of personal injury.
Fix: Dealers will install new software free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact audi at 1-800-822-2834.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2007 Audi Q7
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Audi Q7?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: electrical (34 complaints, typically around 62,000 miles); fuel system (29 complaints, typically around 105,000 miles); engine (19 complaints, typically around 97,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Audi Q7 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 19, 2018 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Audi Q7?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Q7 model year since 2000, with 95 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.