2014 Audi A7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 Audi A7 has a complaint index of 73, ranking 5th worst out of 16 model years, and carries a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 11 complaints, 2 recalls, and 2 injuries, with Fuel System issues making up 45% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 73/100
- #5 of 16 A7 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 11
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Fuel System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 21 city / 33 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2014 Audi A7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System5 (45%)
- Engine3 (27%)
- Steering2 (18%)
- Brakes1 (9%)
- Electrical System1 (9%)
- Structure & Body1 (9%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (9%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Fuel system stalls suddenly at highway speeds, sometimes with no gas odor warning despite a full tank.
- Fuel gauge sticks at half-full and the car acts as though it's out of gas, stopping repeatedly.
- Sunroof glass has shattered while driving near 71-72 mph, dropping glass pieces into the cabin.
- Motor mounts have needed replacement around 63,000 miles according to dealer inspection.
- Electric power steering has suddenly stiffened while driving on the freeway, triggering warning lights and a stall risk.
- A plastic jack saddle in the rocker panel broke while lifting the car, causing it to fall.
2014 Audi A7 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V370000Jun 4, 2018Airbags139,249 vehicles
Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Risk: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
- NHTSA 17V781000Dec 6, 2017Fuel System48,693 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel 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 line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
2014 Audi A7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 33 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,525
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Diesel
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other A7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Audi A7 reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2014 A7 a complaint index of 73, the 5th worst of 16 model years tracked, earning a Caution verdict relative to other A7 years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A7?
- Fuel System complaints account for 45% of reports, with a median failure mileage of 24,250 miles, followed by Engine issues at 27% with a median of 63,000 miles.
- Does the 2014 Audi A7 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 A7: an airbag seat-frame wear issue (18V370000) and a fuel line compression-point leak issue (17V781000).
- How does the 2014 Audi A7 compare to other A7 years?
- Its complaint index of 73 is lower than 2012 (93), 2019 (100), and 2016 (87), all rated Avoid, but higher than 2015 (60) and 2017 (27).
- How many complaints and injuries does NHTSA report for the 2014 Audi A7?
- NHTSA lists 11 complaints and 2 injuries for the 2014 A7, with no reported crashes or fires.