Audi RS 7 problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 16 recalls on file for the Audi RS 7 (2014–2026).
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 16
- Model years
- 11
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Audi RS 7 model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2025 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2024 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2023 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2022 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2021 RS 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | Electrical System |
| 2018 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2017 RS 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2016 RS 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | Visibility & Wipers |
| 2015 RS 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Engine |
| 2014 RS 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | Engine |
Most common Audi RS 7 problem areas (all years)
- Engine8 complaints
- Electrical System3 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control1 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain1 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers1 complaints
Complaint trend
Audi RS 7 recalls
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Risk: Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Risk: A detached connector can delay the activation of the restraint systems, including the side air bag, curtain air bag and/or seat-belt pretensioners during a side impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Risk: If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Other Audi models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology