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All cars · Audi Q7 · 2014

2014 Audi Q7. Advanced data.

The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.

Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints8NHTSA, first 3 years

Failure mileage by system

Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 2,670 and 23,000 miles. Median 10,000, from 6 complaints with a mileage.

Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.

Complaints by system

SystemShare of complaints
Electrical50%
Fuel system, gasoline12%
Engine12%
Doors, locks & latches12%
Lights12%

One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.

Severity, all complaints

TotalCrashesFiresInjuriesDeathsTows
800100

As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.

Recall campaigns 2

  • 23V086000 Feb 2023 Equipment / Other / Labels

    Defect. 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."

    Risk. An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy. 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.

  • 17V298000 May 2017 Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery / Fuel Pump

    Defect. 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.

    Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy. 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

Crash ratings by version

VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Audi Q7 SUV AWDnot ratednot ratednot rated★★★★☆

Engines and drivetrains 2

EngineTransmissionDriveCity / hwy / combinedFuelFuel cost/yr
3.0L 6-cyl superchargedAuto (S8)AWD16 / 22 / 18Premium$4,300
3.0L 6-cyl turbo dieselAuto (S8)AWD19 / 27 / 22Diesel$4,300

EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.

YouTube repair topics

200 videos about the 2007–2015 Audi Q7, 25.1M views.

TopicVideosViews
Infotainment, battery & electrical3254K
Oil changes & service3249K
Transmission & shifter2219K
Heat, A/C & blend door2215K
Steering & suspension194K
Gauges, lights & wiring288K
Timing chain & engine386K
Fuel pump, filter & tank378K

Nearby model years

YearLemon IndexComplaintsSoldTop system
2011–3–Airbags
201315526,986Visibility
2014–8–Electrical
2015–17–Brakes
2017695068,909Brakes

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.

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