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2014 Audi Q7 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

53/100

#8 most-complained of 16 Q7 years

The 2014 Audi Q7 has a complaint index of 53 and ranks 8th worst of 16 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 45 complaints, 2 recalls, and 3 crashes, with fuel system issues the top problem area at 38% of complaints.

Complaints
45
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
2 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
20
17.5 city / 24.5 hwy

Top 2014 Audi Q7 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System17 (38%)
  2. Engine14 (31%)
  3. Electrical System8 (18%)
  4. Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (9%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain4 (9%)
  6. Visibility & Wipers4 (9%)
  7. Airbags3 (7%)
  8. Other3 (7%)
  9. Structure & Body3 (7%)
  10. Steering2 (4%)

What owners report

  • Vehicles periodically stall while accelerating from a stop, losing power completely before lurching forward when the gas pedal is pressed to the floor.
  • The rear hatchback has opened on its own while the vehicle was moving, with no button pressed by the driver.
  • A rear door lock button can trap a child inside the cabin and lock the driver out, especially during refueling stops.
  • The panoramic sunroof has shattered while driving at highway speed without any prior warning or impact.
  • After a diesel emissions recall fix, owners report a noticeable loss of fuel economy and engine power, with hesitation during acceleration.
  • The steering wheel has turned on its own toward the right while the vehicle continued traveling straight, requiring the driver to force it back.
2014 Audi Q7 complaints: complaints filed per month4Jan 2014Jun 2017Aug 2018Feb 2019Jul 2020Sep 2022Feb 2024May 2025
64 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to Jul 2026; peak Jul 2017 (4).

2014 Audi Q7 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. 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.

  2. NHTSA 17V298000May 3, 2017Fuel System240,487 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that 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 replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.

2014 Audi Q7 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17.5 MPG
Highway
24.5 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,375
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Diesel
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.

2014 compared with other Q7 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2012Best2029419
2013Avoid9343320
2014Caution5345220
2015Good3344220
2016No verdict021—

All Audi Q7 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Audi Q7 reliable?
NHTSA lists 45 complaints and a complaint index of 53 for the 2014 Q7, placing it 8th worst out of 16 model years for the Q7. That earns a Caution verdict relative to other Q7 years.
What is the top problem area for the 2014 Audi Q7?
Fuel System complaints make up 38% of all complaints for this year, with a median failure mileage of 62,250 miles, followed by Engine issues at 31%.
Does the 2014 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Q7: one for an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating label and one for a fuel pump flange that can crack and leak fuel. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
How does the 2014 Q7 compare to other Q7 years?
The 2014 Q7's complaint index of 53 is worse than 2010 (13), 2011 (27), 2012 (20), and 2015 (33), but better than 2013 (93) and 2017 (100), which are rated Avoid.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.