2009 Audi Q7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2009 Audi Q7 has a complaint index of 28 and ranks 14th of 19 model years, earning a Good verdict. NHTSA lists 21 complaints, 3 recalls, and 1 fire report, with Fuel System issues being the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 28/100
- #14 of 19 Q7 years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 21
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 3
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Fuel System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 16
- 14 city / 20 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2009 Audi Q7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System9 (43%)
- Engine6 (29%)
- Electrical System3 (14%)
- Structure & Body3 (14%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (14%)
- Airbags2 (10%)
- Brakes2 (10%)
- Other2 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (10%)
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 fuel pump flange cracking, causing gas smell, stalling, or an unsafe-to-drive vehicle after fuel leaks
- Some describe the high-pressure fuel pump failing and sending metal fragments through the fuel system, requiring extensive parts replacement
- Engine sputtering and stalling on the highway has been linked to ignition coil warning lights before the vehicle would not restart
- Airbag warning lights have come on due to faulty airbag modules, sometimes flagged as failed even without a crash
- A few owners noted the tailgate closing unexpectedly on its own, raising a pinch-hazard concern
- One owner reported the windshield wiper arm snapping off while driving at low speed
2009 Audi Q7 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 23V086000Feb 15, 2023Other12,100 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50G5.
- 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.
2009 Audi Q7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 14 MPG
- Highway
- 20 MPG
- Combined
- 16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $5,000
- 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.
2009 compared with other Q7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2009 Audi Q7 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2009 Q7 has a complaint index of 28 and carries a Good verdict, ranking 14th out of 19 model years for this model.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Audi Q7?
- Fuel System complaints make up 43% of reports, followed by Engine issues at 29%. Fuel pump flange cracking and high-pressure fuel pump failures are the most frequently described problems.
- Does the 2009 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Q7, covering an incorrect GAWR certification label and two fuel pump flange campaigns tied to cracking and leaks.
- How does the 2009 Q7 compare to other Q7 model years?
- The 2009 Q7's complaint index of 28 is lower than years like 2013 (94), 2017 (100), 2018 (83), and 2021 (89), all rated Avoid, making 2009 a comparatively better choice.
- What mileage do Fuel System problems typically appear at on the 2009 Q7?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 122,000 at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2009 Q7.