2019 Audi Q7 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2019 Audi Q7 has 62 NHTSA complaints, 4 recalls, and a complaint index of 72, earning a Caution verdict — it ranks 6th worst of 19 model years. Top problem area is Suspension, Wheels & Tires at 21% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 72/100
- #6 of 19 Q7 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 62
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 5
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires
- NHTSA overall rating
- 5 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 19 city / 25 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2019 Audi Q7 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires13 (21%)
- Electrical System11 (18%)
- Steering10 (16%)
- Fuel System9 (15%)
- Engine8 (13%)
- Brakes7 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras6 (10%)
- Other6 (10%)
- Transmission & Powertrain4 (6%)
- Airbags1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some drivers reported the steering wheel suddenly stiffened or locked up at low speed, in one case leading to a crash into a guard rail.
- Owners described a brief loss of power steering assist for roughly 5 seconds when the engine restarted after auto stop-start.
- Front brakes reportedly engaged unexpectedly while driving and overheated before the vehicle could be stopped, producing visible smoke.
- Multiple owners reported a throttle delay of about 3 to 6 seconds before the vehicle responded to the accelerator, sometimes causing a sudden lunge forward.
- One owner reported being unable to shift into park and the doors locking on their own after stopping the vehicle.
- A stability/lane-keeping system reportedly failed multiple times, causing the vehicle to veer between lanes and forcing manual correction.
2019 Audi Q7 recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 20V658000Oct 27, 2020Structure & Body94,144 vehicles
Structure:body:roof and pillars
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Risk: In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
- NHTSA 20V149000Mar 16, 2020Steering229 vehicles
Steering
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.
Risk: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
- NHTSA 20V093000Feb 19, 2020Airbags383 vehicles
Air bags:side/window
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.
Risk: An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AJ.
2019 Audi Q7 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,800
- 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.
2019 compared with other Q7 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Audi Q7 reliable?
- NHTSA lists 62 complaints and a complaint index of 72 for the 2019 Q7, giving it a Caution verdict — worse than most other Q7 years but not the worst; it ranks 6th of 19 model years.
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi Q7?
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints lead at 21% of the total, followed by Electrical System at 18% and Steering at 16%, according to NHTSA data.
- Does the 2019 Audi Q7 have a steering recall?
- Yes. NHTSA recall 20V149000 covers a steering shaft bolt that may loosen on 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles, which could result in a loss of steering control.
- Are there airbag recalls on the 2019 Audi Q7?
- Yes. Recall 20V093000 addresses side curtain airbags on 2019 Audi Q7 vehicles that may not properly inflate in a crash.
- How does the 2019 Q7 compare to other model years?
- With a complaint index of 72, the 2019 Q7 is rated Caution, better than the Avoid-rated 2013, 2017, 2018, 2021, and 2025 model years but worse than years like 2010 and 2012, which rank Best.