The Lemon Index2023 Audi Q7.
The 2023 Audi Q7 has too few complaints to score: 16 in its first 3 years. Owners complain most about brakes, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 20 to 21 mpg combined. The best Audi Q7 year is 2013.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 16 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Audi Q7 year. 2023 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.
Recalls 3
- back over prevention 2025
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
- airbags 2024
An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- airbags 2023
The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame.
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 1046 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise
- This bulletin provides instructions for when the head up display does not work and/or the 12v…
- This bulletin provides instructions for brake noise analysis and handling
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Fuel cost and engines
About $3800–4000 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2023 Audi Q7 reliable?
There isn't enough data to score it: owners filed only 16 complaints in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2023 Audi Q7 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are brakes (19%), automatic emergency braking (19%) and electrical (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2023 Audi Q7 have?
3 safety recalls (latest: back over prevention). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Audi Q7 get?
20 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Does the 2023 Audi Q7 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2023 Audi Q7 cost in fuel a year?
About $3800 to $4000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2023 Audi Q7 have?
2.0L 4-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
What Audi Q7 year is better than the 2023?
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