Worst 2018 Audi Q7 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Headlight/Taillight Failures
Suspension Failures
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2018 Audi Q7.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 35 | 1 | — | 30,000 mi | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 16 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 15 | — | — | 18,800 mi | |
| Brakes | 12 | 2 | — | 17,333 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | 12,500 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 7 | — | — | 32,070 mi | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | 1 | — | 10,640 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | 15,800 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Fuel Gauge:Fuel Level Float/Sensor/Sending Unit | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Dynamic Brake Support/Brake Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Parking Brake:Electrical | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2018 Audi Q7
3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~169,254 vehicles.
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.
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.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
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2018 Audi Q7 — FAQ
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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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