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US recalls (3)
Structure: body, roof and pillars
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.
Risk and remedy
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.
Remedy: 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.
Steering
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Steering
2020-03-16 · campaign 2020-102 · 12 vehicles
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the bolt that attaches the steering shaft to the steering gear may not be properly tightened. Over time, the bolt may loosen. If you continue to operate the vehicle, the bolt could detach completely and cause a loss of steering control.
Safety Risk:
A loss of steering could create the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the steering shaft bolt and, if necessary, replace it.
Fuel system
2019-01-17 · campaign 2019-024
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a small amount of fuel may leak from one or both fuel rails.
Safety Risk:
Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source could increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail. Owners will be instructed to take their vehicle to a dealer to have the left and right fuel rails replaced.
Owner complaints (144)
Owners filed 144 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Audi Q7 (3 crashes, 3 injuries reported). Among 20 model years of this model, it ranks #2 for the most complaints (median 29).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 39 | |
| Exterior lighting | 23 | |
| Unknown or other | 19 | |
| Suspension | 17 | |
| Electrical system | 16 | |
| Service brakes | 12 | |
| Steering | 7 | |
| Power train | 7 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2018 Audi Q7.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2018 Audi Q7 SUV AWD | 5★ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2018 Audi Q7 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Q7 2.0 L Automatic (S8) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,900 |
| Q7 3.0 L Automatic (S8) | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,900 |
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Recalls updated 2026-10-30.