2019 Audi A7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2019 Audi A7 ranks worst of 14 model years covered, with a complaint index of 100 and 43 NHTSA complaints. It carries 6 recalls and its top problem area is the electrical system, at 56% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 16 A7 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 43
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 6
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25
- 22 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
Top 2019 Audi A7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System24 (56%)
- Engine14 (33%)
- Transmission & Powertrain8 (19%)
- Other7 (16%)
- Fuel System5 (12%)
- Brakes3 (7%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras3 (7%)
- Steering3 (7%)
- Structure & Body3 (7%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (5%)
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 engine can hesitate to re-engage after stop-start shutoff, causing the car to roll backward at inclines.
- Drivers describe sudden, unprompted braking or slowing from the driver assistance system with no object in front of the car.
- Some owners say the transmission/sport differential warning light appeared and told them to shut the car down within days of delivery.
- Several report a jerking or hesitation sensation on takeoff, especially in manual mode, described as a pronounced head jerk.
- Owners describe severe throttle lag lasting several seconds, in one case creating a near miss with oncoming traffic.
- A loud pop noise near the windshield area was reported by one owner while driving in heavy traffic.
2019 Audi A7 recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V125000Mar 4, 2026Lane Departure1,620 vehicles
Lane departure:software
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
Risk: The driver may be unaware that the lane departure warning system is deactivated and rely on a system that is not functional, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 13, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TW. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 6, 2026.
- NHTSA 25V900000Dec 19, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras356,894 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
- NHTSA 23V601000Aug 25, 2023Brakes7,499 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:fluid
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
Risk: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
2019 Audi A7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 29 MPG
- Combined
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,200
- 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.
2019 compared with other A7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Audi A7 a bad year?
- Among the 14 Audi A7 model years with data, 2019 ranks worst, with a complaint index of 100 and a verdict of Avoid relative to other A7 years.
- What is the main problem with the 2019 Audi A7?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 56% of the 43 complaints filed with NHTSA, followed by Engine issues at 33%.
- Does the 2019 Audi A7 have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2019 Audi A7, covering lane departure software, rearview camera display, brake fluid cap labeling, electrical liquid intrusion, fuel level sender, and airbag score line issues.
- At what mileage do 2019 Audi A7 problems typically start?
- Median mileage at failure across complaints is 4,000 miles, though electrical issues show a median of 18,500 miles, engine issues 2,400 miles, and transmission issues 2,500 miles.