2013 Audi Q7 Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Audi Q7.

20122014
Complaints
48
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Injuries
60
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2013 Audi Q7 Problems

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

#110 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:73,979 mi
#29 complaints

Fuel System

Avg mileage:64,035 mi
#37 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:80,267 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Audi Q7.

Engine Problems
10
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,979
Fuel System
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
64,035
Wipers & Visibility
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
80,267
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2013 Audi Q7

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~254,401 vehicles.

23V086000Equipment:other:labels · Tires
~12,100 affected

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."

17V298000Fuel Pump
~240,487 affected

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.

14V516000Engine & Cooling · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~1,814 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, to November 29, 2012 and equipped with a 3.0L TDI engine. In the affected vehicles, a check valve in the engine may become contaminated with plastic debris and allow engine oil to leak into the brake booster.

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2013 Audi Q7 — FAQ

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

Is the 2013 Audi Q7 reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2013 Audi Q7 has 48 NHTSA complaints, 4 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 10 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2013 Audi Q7?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (10 complaints, avg 73,979 mi); Fuel System (9 complaints, avg 64,035 mi); Wipers & Visibility (7 complaints, avg 80,267 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 2013 Audi Q7?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 72,230 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2013 Audi Q7?
NHTSA complaints for the 2013 Audi Q7 include 4 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 60 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 2013 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 254,401 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 2013 Audi Q7?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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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