2016 Audi S7 Problems

Above Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2016 Audi S7.

20152017
Complaints
22
Crashes
0
Fires
3
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2016 Audi S7 Problems

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

#111 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:63,314 mi
Fires:1
#23 complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:1
#33 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Audi S7.

Engine Problems
11
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
63,314
Electrical Faults
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S7. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.

Recalls for 2016 Audi S7

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~165,342 vehicles.

22V178000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
~26,093 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

18V370000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~139,249 affected

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

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2016 Audi S7 — FAQ

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

Is the 2016 Audi S7 reliable?
Verdict: Above Average Complaints. The 2016 Audi S7 has 22 NHTSA complaints, 0 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 11 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2016 Audi S7?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (11 complaints, avg 63,314 mi); Electrical Faults (3 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (3 complaints). 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 2016 Audi S7?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 63,314 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
Does the 2016 Audi S7 have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 165,342 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 2016 Audi S7?
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 S7 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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