Avoid: 2021, 2019, 2013, 2012 (lowest Year Scores on complaints per year on the road, crash reports and recalls)
Best: 2018 (few owner reports)
10 model years of NHTSA owner complaints and recalls · How we grade
Across 10 model years, the Audi A7 has 144 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 49 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and engine. 2019 drew the most complaints (43), 2018 the fewest (0).
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for Audi A7 vehicles (US, public record). Typical used asking price $13,998–$27,393.
Complaint volume by model year. Raw NHTSA totals, not adjusted for sales volume or time on the road, so older and higher-selling years accumulate more. Every year links to its full breakdown.
Highest: 2019 (43 complaints). Lowest: 2018 (0).
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment regarding the driving experience, design, and long-term reliability of the 3.0-liter supercharged V6 gasoline engine (3.0T) and 3.0-liter TDI diesel powertrains.
Labor and part costs at dealerships are noted as expensive.
Common replacement items typically needed between 60,000-100,000 miles (97,000-161,000 km).
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system, EGR, and associated sensors are potential failure points with high replacement costs, especially beyond 100,000 miles (161,000 km).
Requires replacement, contributing to a less refined feel over time.
Can cause rough idle and performance loss, requiring cleaning.
Owner insights cover all generations of the A7. Individual model years are broken down above.
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