KnownCarProblems2014 Audi Q7 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 46 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Audi Q7, most often about the fuel system (39% of complaints, typically around 62,500 miles). It is 6th of 20 Q7 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2014 Audi Q7 problems
Fuel system
18 complaints · 39%Half of these problems showed up before 62,500 miles.
My family and I were driving about 55mph and the glow plug warning light started flashing and the vehicle stalled after a mile or so. The dealer said that the fuel was contaminated and that the whole fuel system had to be replaced and was going to cost more than $11000. The service guy said the dealer was paying for…
The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while inside or outside the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign number…
Engine
11 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 53,000 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system.
The vw/Audi diesel "fix" is not working as promised and the vehicles equipped with this "fix" may cause a safety risk to the public. 2 hours after picking up my Audi Q7 3.0 tdi from the dealer, my wife was driving the car to pick up easter supplies with my 2 young kids and while pulling out of bj's wholesale store…
The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that rusnak/westlake Audi (located at 3832 thousand oaks blvd, thousand oaks, ca 91362, ([phone]) performed an unknown recall repair that involved a software update on the vehicle. After the repair, the vehicle stalled without warning while driving 45 MPH. In…
Electrical
7 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 23,000 miles.
Randomly, when the vehicle comes to a stop, the wheel will turn to the right 90 degrees, yet the car would go straight. This happens randomly when driving too. The wheel turns to the right 90 degrees, yet the car go straight. You have to force the steering wheel back to straight. Dealer says nothing is wrong with the…
I was turning left onto a main road when the hatchback spontaneously opened, I.e. The car was moving and the door to the back of the car opened all by itself. I have subsequently tested (in an empty parking lot) if the key fob or the door-release will operate while the car is in motion (I.e. I tested to see if perhaps…
Speed control
5 complaints · 11%I bought my Audi Q7 certified pre owned from an Audi dealership. Soon after I got it I realized that the accelerator sometimes got stuck on a fast acceleration. I called the dealership and asked them to check for a recall and also took it in for evaluation. They said it was because of the floor mats, the mats were…
Visibility and wipers
4 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly.
Tl contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the panoramic sun roof shattered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000.
Passenger side wiper failed while driving in heavy rain. Appears many Audi Q7 owners experienced this failure. Not sure what the problem is. When wiper failed, I had family in my car and I lost visibilty on the highway and almost caused a serious accident and harm to my family for a recurring issue that needs to be…
Transmission
4 complaints · 9%Randomly, when the vehicle comes to a stop, the wheel will turn to the right 90 degrees, yet the car would go straight. This happens randomly when driving too. The wheel turns to the right 90 degrees, yet the car go straight. You have to force the steering wheel back to straight. Dealer says nothing is wrong with the…
Air bags
3 complaints · 7%06/23/2017 took vehicle into dealer for airbag warning light, repair finished 06/30/2017 due to cracked connector under driver's seat in a wiring bundle that does not flex with movement of seat. Connector under driver's seat in a wiring bundle shorted one month after seat was removed for battery replacement. Disabling…
I was driving 40-45 MPH go straight on the left lane of two lanes city road with 45 MPH limit. One car came out from my right side community and make left turn. It suddenly appeared in front of me, I barely had time to step on brake and hit her car. Her car was hit pretty bad and my Q7 front was messed up pretty…
Other or unspecified
3 complaints · 7%
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2014 Audi Q7 recalls
Equipment: labels
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear gawr on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 24, 2023. Owners may contact audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50g5.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 q7 vehicles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 110, "tire selection and rims," and part 567, "certification."
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 replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began july 3, 2017. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20z8. Note: this recall is an expansion of recall 16v-660.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 audi q5 and 2013-2017 audi q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
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 2014 Audi Q7
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi Q7?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: fuel system (18 complaints, typically around 62,500 miles); engine (11 complaints, typically around 53,000 miles); electrical (7 complaints, typically around 23,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2014 Audi Q7 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from February 15, 2023 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2014 a bad year for the Audi Q7?
- It is 6th of 20 Q7 model years by number of complaints, with 46 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.