2017 Audi A7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2017 Audi A7 has a complaint index of 27, ranking 12th among 16 model years, with only 1 complaint but 4 recalls covering fuel rails, airbags, and seat belts. It sits well below higher-index years like 2019 (100) and 2012 (93).
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 27/100
- #12 of 16 A7 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 1
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2017 Audi A7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes1 (100%)
- Engine1 (100%)
- Fuel System1 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the automatic start/stop system engaging the brakes before the vehicle fully stops.
- This causes an abrupt braking sensation that feels like the brakes were applied too aggressively.
- The issue was reported at a median mileage of 2,300 miles.
- Drivers following behind can be affected by the sudden deceleration.
2017 Audi A7 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 19V035000Jan 16, 2019Fuel System74,881 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
- 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 17V293000May 1, 2017Airbags17,694 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Risk: If the head curtain airbag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger has an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected head curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 29, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69R2.
2017 Audi A7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,300
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- 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.
2017 compared with other A7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Audi A7 reliable?
- NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2017 A7, giving it a complaint index of 27, which ranks 12th out of 16 model years. It has fewer reported problems than higher-index years like 2019 or 2012.
- Does the 2017 Audi A7 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2017 Audi A7, covering fuel rail leaks, head curtain airbags, frontal airbags with seat belt pretensioners, and seat stress issues. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the top reported problem for the 2017 Audi A7?
- NHTSA data shows Brakes as the top problem area, tied with Engine and Fuel System, each representing 100% share of a single complaint on file.
- How does the 2017 Audi A7 compare to other years?
- The 2017 model has a complaint index of 27, lower than Avoid-rated years like 2012 (93), 2013 (80), 2016 (87), and 2019 (100), placing it 12th worst out of 16 years tracked.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Audi A7?
- EPA rates the 2017 Audi A7 at 24 mpg combined (21 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,300.