2018 Audi A7: common problems and reliability

The 2018 Audi A7 has 0 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. Owners most often flag higher maintenance and repair costs compared to mainstream brands. labor and part costs at dealerships are noted as expensive. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2018 model year

0
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2018 Audi A7 vehicles (US, public record).

Is 2018 a good year for the A7?

Across the 8 A7 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2017) to 41 (2019). With 0 complaints, the 2018 A7 sits belowthe model's median of 12.

These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.

Recalls affecting the 2018 A7

fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Campaign 19V035000

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.

air bags:sensor:occupant classification

Campaign 18V370000

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 t

What owners say across generations

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.

  • Higher maintenance and repair costs compared to mainstream brands. Labor and part costs at dealerships are noted as expensive. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Water pump and PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) valve failure. Common replacement items typically needed between 60,000-100,000 miles (97,000-161,000 km). Frequency: very frequent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the A7. See the full A7 owner picture and every model year.

Typical used price

Used A7 listings typically run $15,479–$28,314 across 2012 to 2023 model years.

Other A7 model years

Compare every A7 year side by side to see how 2018 ranks against the rest.

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