2014 Audi Q7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2014 Audi Q7 has a Complaint Index of 50 and ranks 10th worst out of 19 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Fuel system problems dominate at 38% of complaints, with 2 recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 50/100
- #10 of 19 Q7 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 45
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Fuel System
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 20
- 17.5 city / 24.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2014 Audi Q7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Fuel System17 (38%)
- Engine14 (31%)
- Electrical System8 (18%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires4 (9%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (9%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (9%)
- Airbags3 (7%)
- Other3 (7%)
- Structure & Body3 (7%)
- Steering2 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Cars periodically stall while accelerating from a stop, losing power completely before lurching forward once the gas pedal is floored.
- Some drivers report the engine suddenly jumping to very high RPM at low speed, causing the vehicle to lurch forward unexpectedly.
- Owners describe the rear hatchback or door locks activating on their own, including a rear door lock button that engages the whole car even with child lock on.
- Panoramic sunroofs have reportedly shattered while driving at highway speed.
- A cracked wiring connector under the driver's seat has caused the airbag warning light to come on and disabled airbags and seat belt module.
- Steering wheel has reportedly turned on its own while the vehicle continued traveling straight, requiring the driver to force it back.
2014 Audi Q7 recalls
2 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 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
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Audi Q7 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2014 Q7 has a Complaint Index of 50, ranking 10th worst of 19 model years, with a Caution verdict. Fuel system and engine issues make up most of the complaints.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi Q7?
- Fuel system issues account for 38% of complaints, followed by engine problems at 31% and electrical system issues at 18%, based on NHTSA complaint data.
- Does the 2014 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Q7: one for a fuel pump flange that may crack and leak fuel, and one for an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating label.
- What mileage do 2014 Audi Q7 problems typically show up at?
- The median mileage at failure across all complaints is 50,150 miles, though fuel system complaints show a median of 62,250 miles and electrical issues around 23,000 miles.
- How does the 2014 Q7 compare to other Q7 years?
- The 2014 Q7's Complaint Index of 50 is worse than years like 2010 and 2012, which are rated Best, but better than 2013 and 2017, which are rated Avoid.