2008 Audi Q7 Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 18 Fuel System complaints for the 2008 Audi Q7, 55% of all complaints filed for the year, with a median failure mileage of 94,013. Two related recalls (16V660000 and 18V818000) cover a cracked fuel pump flange.
- Fuel System complaints
- 18
- 55% of 33 complaints
- All complaints this year
- 33
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 94,013 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report a strong gasoline odor inside the cabin or in the garage, sometimes causing nausea or headache.
- Several owners describe a fuel leak near the tank or fuel pump area, in some cases traced to a cracked fuel pump flange.
- Some owners report the intake manifold flap failing to open fully, triggering the check engine light.
- Multiple owners state that after the 16V660000 recall repair was performed, the gas smell or leak returned, leading to a second recall (18V818000).
- Owners describe delays getting recall parts or remedies from dealers while the fuel odor or leak persisted.
When 2008 Audi Q7 fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Mar 19, 2015, latest Aug 6, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2008 Audi Q7
- NHTSA 18V818000Nov 19, 2018Fuel System5,987 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
Risk: The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
- NHTSA 16V660000Sep 13, 2016Fuel System143,214 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to 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 inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
Fuel System complaints by Q7 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the 2008 Audi Q7 have a fuel system recall?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two related recalls, 16V660000 and 18V818000, both addressing a fuel pump flange that can crack and leak fuel.
- How common are fuel system complaints on the 2008 Q7?
- NHTSA lists 18 Fuel System complaints for the 2008 Q7, which is 55% of all 33 complaints filed for that model year.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure among reported fuel system complaints is 94,013 miles.
- Did the recall fix the fuel leak issue?
- Some owners reported that the gas odor or leak returned after the first recall (16V660000) repair, which led to a second recall, 18V818000.
- Were there any fires or injuries from this issue?
- NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2008 Q7 shows 0 fires, 0 crashes, and 0 injuries reported.