2019 Audi A7 Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Audi A7.

20182020
Complaints
70
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2019 Audi A7 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:14,967 mi
#28 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:15,133 mi
#38 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:3,800 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Audi A7.

Electrical Faults
21
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
14,967
Engine Problems
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
15,133
Transmission / Drivetrain
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
3,800
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,700
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Parking Brake:Conventional
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Audi A7

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~467,555 vehicles.

26V125000Lane Departure:software
~1,620 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8, Audi A7, and Audi A6 vehicles previously repaired under recall number 25V900. Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.

25V900000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~356,894 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

23V601000Brake Fluid System
~7,499 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.

22V861000Electrical System
~50,883 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.

22V155000Electrical System:instrument Panel:fuel Gauge:fuel Level Float/sensor/sending Unit
~47,238 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

21V159000Airbags
~3,421 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

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2019 Audi A7 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Audi A7 reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2019 Audi A7 has 70 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Audi A7?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (21 complaints, avg 14,967 mi); Engine Problems (8 complaints, avg 15,133 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (8 complaints, avg 3,800 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Audi A7?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 11,768 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Audi A7?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Audi A7 include 0 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Audi A7 have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 467,555 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Audi A7?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2019 Audi A7 shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Audi A7 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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