KnownCarProblems2019 Audi Q7 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 62 complaints with NHTSA about the 2019 Audi Q7, most often about the steering (16% of complaints, typically around 10,000 miles). It is 5th of 20 Q7 model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2019 Audi Q7 problems
Steering
10 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 10,000 miles.
From time to time, after the auto engine shutoff engages, when I release the brake and the engine restarts, power steering isn't available for roughly 5 seconds (the car is un-steerable). This happens when the car is at a complete stop, and I'm attempting to start moving again. I've learned to put the car into "sport…
My son driving at low speed could not maintain control of the vehicle to avoid hitting the guard rail coming off a highway. It was like he hydroplaned without a puddle in existence.
Suspension
10 complaints · 16%Electrical
9 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 6,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q7. After stopping the vehicle, the contact was unable to shift the gear into park. The contact activated the parking brake and exited the vehicle to remove a child from the rear seat. He stated that the vehicle doors locked independently. The contact was unable to unlock the doors using…
Beginning at 1,700 miles (happened three times), then again just two days ago at 4,700 miles, just after starting the car, the electronic waning messages and lights on dash went crazy. The following messages appeared in a rotating sequence (1) safety system malfunction (2) tire pressure malfunction (3) transmission…
Fuel system
9 complaints · 14%Parts named most often: delivery.
The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the message âemergency vehicle malfunction" displayed and the vehicle began to sputter and hesitate before stalling. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced.…
Engine
7 complaints · 11%While overtaking another car on a 2 lane road under high acceleration (90 MPH) it appeared that all electronic systems in the car failed. The display showed several systems failing after another and beeping indicators were heard. The power breaking failed, only non-power assisted breaking, power steering failed and…
Driver assistance
6 complaints · 10%Parts named most often: automatic emergency braking, warnings, assist.
Faulty radar sensors and automatic emergency breaking system issues transmission problems (e.g. Hesitation on acceleration, failure to accelerate, jerking, shuddering, revving, surging, slipping, etc.) engine problems (e.g. Leaks, illumination of the check engine light, whining noise from the engine area, loss of…
Forward collision engaged on a highway with no other vehicles or obstacles near. Brakes slammed on, and vehicle came to a complete stop in the roadway.
Other or unspecified
5 complaints · 8%Moonroof exploded while driving 55 to 60 MPH on a straight highway. There were no cars, trucks on the road ahead of me. The stretch of highway was elevated with nothing but marshland on both sides. No civilization, stores, humans etc. There was a loud pop sound like a plastic bottle had popped, then my ears popped and…
Brakes
4 complaints · 7%While overtaking another car on a 2 lane road under high acceleration (90 MPH) it appeared that all electronic systems in the car failed. The display showed several systems failing after another and beeping indicators were heard. The power breaking failed, only non-power assisted breaking, power steering failed and…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2019 Audi Q7 recalls
Body and structure: roof and pillars
Risk: In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's c-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the c-pillars, free of charge. The recall began november 17, 2020. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70h8.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 audi q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's c-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Steering
Risk: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began march 31, 2020. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36a1.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 audi q8 and 2017-2019 audi q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Air bags: side/window
Risk: An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began march 19, 2020. Owners may contact volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69aj.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 audi q7 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.
Suspension: shock absorber
Risk: Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began march 18, 2019. Owners may contact audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40o4.
Full defect summary
Volkswagen group of america, inc. (audi) is recalling certain 2019 q7, q8, s5 cabriolet, and s5 sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
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 2019 Audi Q7
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi Q7?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (10 complaints, typically around 10,000 miles); suspension (10 complaints); electrical (9 complaints, typically around 6,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Q7 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 27, 2020 (body and structure). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2019 a bad year for the Audi Q7?
- It is 5th of 20 Q7 model years by number of complaints, with 62 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.