2007 Audi Q7 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Audi Q7.

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Complaints
133
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Fatalities
Recalls
2

Worst 2007 Audi Q7 Problems

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

#134 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:66,632 mi
#225 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:117,367 mi
#313 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:92,685 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Audi Q7.

Electrical Faults
34
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
66,632
Fuel System
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
117,367
Engine Problems
13
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
92,685
Engine & Cooling
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,743
Electronic Stability Control
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Equipment:Electrical
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel Pump
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seats:Front Assembly:Head Restraint
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Column
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Roof And Pillars
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2007 Audi Q7

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~149,201 vehicles.

18V818000Fuel Pump
~5,987 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.

16V660000Fuel Pump
~143,214 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

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2007 Audi Q7 — FAQ

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

Is the 2007 Audi Q7 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2007 Audi Q7 has 133 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 34 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Audi Q7?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (34 complaints, avg 66,632 mi); Fuel System (25 complaints, avg 117,367 mi); Engine Problems (13 complaints, avg 92,685 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 2007 Audi Q7?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 85,887 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Audi Q7?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Audi Q7 include 3 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 5 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 2007 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 149,201 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 2007 Audi Q7?
Slightly worse than average. Most owners are fine; problem clusters are concentrated around specific components. Check the issues table below and match against the specific car's mileage.

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

Wider context: See the full Audi Q7 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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