The Lemon Index2017 Audi Q7.
The 2017 Audi Q7 is better than average by owner complaints: 50 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 69, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 7 recalls, and it gets 21 to 22 mpg combined. The best Audi Q7 year is 2013.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 320 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Audi Q7 year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 10K to 67K miles on the car (75 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- lights complaints mostly came at 58K–80K miles
- electrical complaints mostly came at 37K–74K miles
Recalls 7
- steering 2020
The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
- fuel system, gasoline 2019
The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
- seat belts 2016
Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may not activate properly.
Show all 7 recalls
- steering 2016
In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
- seats 2016
In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load, such as in a frontal collision.
- electrical 2016
The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights.
- airbags 2016
Due to a software issue within the air bag control module, the frontal air bags may deploy with more force than required in certain crashes.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Audi told dealers about
Audi sent dealers 1245 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013
- Complaints of steering wheel vibration and/or steering wheel oscillation at a speed range of 55
- Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7 SUV AWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | not rated |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3600–3800 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Brakes have been squeaking/screeching loudly when braking, backing up, or driving slowly and slowly stopping. Audi states they are aware of the situation and working on a solution.
2017 Audi Q7 owner · NHTSA complaint 11010835
More owner reports
Bought q7 3.0 3/13/2017. Brakes squeak loudly, mainly in reverse but does it when stopping as well. Was told Audi has a pending solution, however was not disclosed. Further damage is bound to happen.
NHTSA complaint 10991960
Was driving new used vehicle on 55 mile zone n my land assistance pulled my staring to right hard on single lane to the intersection. May be one side line was getting wide for intersection. But it was sudden pull.
NHTSA complaint 11325637
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Audi Q7 reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.4× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 69; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Audi Q7 year by this measure is 2013.
What are the most common 2017 Audi Q7 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (16%), steering (14%) and fuel or ev drive system (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Audi Q7 have?
7 safety recalls (latest: steering). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Audi Q7 get?
21 to 22 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2017 Audi Q7 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 10,000 and 67,000 miles. The middle report was at 32,300 miles, from 75 complaints.
Does the 2017 Audi Q7 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2017 Audi Q7 cost in fuel a year?
About $3600 to $3800 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Audi Q7 have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Audi Q7 year is better than the 2017?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2013, 2019 and 2017.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works