This page covers 11 recalls, 314 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2017 Audi Q7.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 L/100km
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Exterior lighting complaints dominate the 2017 Q7 owner reports, far outnumbering anything else filed for this model year. The most widely reported issue involves side marker light warning messages, owners describe the instrument cluster repeatedly alerting them to a defective front marker light (left or right side) even when the light itself appears to be functioning normally. The warning often comes with an audible chime and, in some cases, owners report repair estimates running into the thousands of dollars. Engine complaints are the second most-reported area, with owners describing hesitation during acceleration, drivetrain warning lights, and recurring misfires that return even after tune-ups including new spark plugs and coils. Suspension complaints round out the top three, with multiple owners reporting broken or cracked front coil springs, sometimes discovered during routine inspections alongside warnings that the opposite-side spring was also showing early signs of failure.
314
Total Complaints
7
Crash-Related
3
Fire-Related
7
With Injuries
By System
The 2017 Audi Q7 has 11 recalls, the most serious being a steering shaft bolt that can loosen over time and detach completely, causing total loss of steering control, and a frontal airbag control module that can deploy airbags with excessive force in a crash, raising the risk of injury to occupants.
A fuel system recall covers leaking fuel rails on certain vehicles, where escaping fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. On the restraint side, the third-row seat back can move forward under the load of a frontal collision, failing to properly hold an occupant, and separate recalls cover airbags and seatbelt pretensioners that may not deploy or activate correctly in a crash. The electric power steering assist can short circuit on a narrow range of vehicles, requiring significantly more steering effort, particularly at low speeds. There is also a lighting recall where a software update may have inadvertently disabled the side marker lights, making the vehicle harder to see at night when the parking lights or headlights are on.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, which could result in loss of steering control.
What the fix does
Audi dealers will inspect the steering shaft bolt and replace it if necessary at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may not be tight enough and could loosen over time, potentially detaching and causing loss of steering control.
What the fix does
Audi will mail you instructions to have a dealer inspect the steering shaft bolt and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The left and right fuel rails may develop leaks, allowing fuel to escape.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both the left and right fuel rails at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Airbag and/or pretensioner igniters may not meet specifications, potentially preventing airbags and pretensioners from deploying properly during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected airbag and/or pretensioner.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Driver, passenger, or head air bags may fail to deploy in a crash. On some models, seat belt pretensioners may not activate during a collision.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit, causing the power steering assist to stop working.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the steering rack at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Side marker lights may not work when parking lights or headlights are on due to incorrect software programming.
What the fix does
Dealers will upload corrected software to restore side marker light function at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The third row seat back may slide forward during a frontal collision, potentially not providing proper support as required by safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an additional support bracket on the seat to prevent forward movement under impact.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The third row seat can shift forward under heavy impact, like in a front collision, failing to properly restrain passengers and increasing injury risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will install an additional support bracket to secure the third row seat.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software problem in the air bag control module causes the frontal air bags to deploy with excessive force during certain crashes.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the air bag control module software at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The airbag control module software may be incorrect on certain vehicles. This could cause frontal airbags to deploy with excessive force for the crash type, increasing injury risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the airbag control module software to correct the issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
