2020 Audi A7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
No verdict The 2020 Audi A7 has a complaint index of 53 and ranks 8th out of 16 model years tracked, with NHTSA logging 2 complaints and 8 recall campaigns, all complaints tied to the electrical system.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 53/100
- #8 of 16 A7 years
- Verdict
- No verdict
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 2
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 8
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 22 city / 29 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2020 Audi A7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System2 (100%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
2020 Audi A7 recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- 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.
- NHTSA 22V861000Nov 21, 2022Electrical System50,883 vehicles
Electrical system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
2020 Audi A7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 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.
2020 compared with other A7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2020 Audi A7 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows a complaint index of 53 for the 2020 A7, placing it 8th out of 16 model years, with all reported complaints (2 total) concentrated in the electrical system.
- Does the 2020 Audi A7 have recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2020 Audi A7, covering airbags, suspension components, brakes, electrical wiring, and a rearview camera software issue. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What is the biggest problem area for the 2020 Audi A7?
- Electrical System complaints make up 100% of the reported issues for this model year, according to NHTSA complaint data.
- How does the 2020 Audi A7 compare to other A7 years?
- With a complaint index of 53, the 2020 A7 sits in the middle of the pack, better than the 2019 model year (complaint index 100, Avoid) but worse than years like 2017 and 2018, which had lower complaint indexes.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2020 Audi A7?
- EPA rates the 2020 Audi A7 at 24 mpg combined (22 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,300.