How many electrical complaints does the 2018 Audi Q7 have?

NHTSA lists 36 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Q7, which is 25% of the 142 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2018 Audi Q7 electrical system?

No related recall is listed in the data for this Electrical System complaint category on the 2018 Audi Q7.

At what mileage do electrical problems appear on the 2018 Audi Q7?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 15,000 miles.

Are the 2018 Audi Q7 electrical issues dangerous?

NHTSA data shows one reported injury tied to this complaint category, with no reported fires or crashes.

How does 2018 compare to other Q7 years for electrical complaints?

The 2018 Q7's 36 complaints and 25% share are lower than the 2017 model year, which had 156 complaints making up 49% of its total, and lower than 2021, which had 44 complaints at 59%.

2018 Audi Q7 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 36 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Audi Q7, 25% of that year's 142 total complaints. Median mileage at failure is 15,000 miles, with one reported injury and no fires or crashes. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Electrical System complaints: 36; 25% of 142
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 15,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Backup camera unexpectedly switches from live camera view to a graphic display while reversing, even after being manually set to camera mode.
Instrument panel continues to display a park or gear-position indicator incorrectly after the vehicle is shifted into reverse, alongside an SOS malfunction warning.
Driver assist and pre-sense systems have triggered sudden automatic braking during turns or at low speeds without cause.
Doors have locked and the ignition shut off unexpectedly, in one case with a child left inside the vehicle.
Fuel sending unit and fuel gauge display incorrect remaining range, leading to the engine running out of fuel and stalling while driving.
Side marker light warning messages repeatedly appear on the dash even though the lights are functioning, sometimes deactivating ADAS features.

When 2018 Audi Q7 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 9, 2018, latest May 23, 2026.

36 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2018 to May 2026; peak Dec 2024 (7).

Electrical System recalls for the 2018 Audi Q7

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Q7 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20103 (10%)
20112 (9%)
20122 (7%)
20134 (9%)
20148 (18%)
20154 (9%)
20160 (0%)
2017156 (49%)
201836 (25%)
201911 (18%)
202010 (36%)
202144 (59%)
20223 (17%)
20233 (19%)
20240 (0%)
20255 (31%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2018 Audi Q7 have?: NHTSA lists 36 Electrical System complaints for the 2018 Q7, which is 25% of the 142 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Audi Q7 electrical system?: No related recall is listed in the data for this Electrical System complaint category on the 2018 Audi Q7.
At what mileage do electrical problems appear on the 2018 Audi Q7?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 15,000 miles.
Are the 2018 Audi Q7 electrical issues dangerous?: NHTSA data shows one reported injury tied to this complaint category, with no reported fires or crashes.
How does 2018 compare to other Q7 years for electrical complaints?: The 2018 Q7's 36 complaints and 25% share are lower than the 2017 model year, which had 156 complaints making up 49% of its total, and lower than 2021, which had 44 complaints at 59%.