2020 Audi A7: common problems and reliability

The 2020 Audi A7 has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 8 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system. 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 2020 model year

6
Owner complaints
8
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2020 Audi A7 vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

electrical system
6

Recalls affecting the 2020 A7

tires

Campaign 22V034000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5,…

air bags

Campaign 21V159000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been m…

suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly

Campaign 21V295000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5,…

air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module

Campaign 20V274000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2020 Audi A6, A6 Allroad and A7 vehicles. The passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.

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. The A7 is consistently praised for its gorgeous, timeless design

  • 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.
  • Emissions system complexity (TDI models). 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). Frequency: recurrent.
  • Engine mount wear. Requires replacement, contributing to a less refined feel over time. Frequency: recurrent.
  • Carbon buildup on intake valves (pre-2016 3.0T gasoline engines). Can cause rough idle and performance loss, requiring cleaning. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the A7.

Typical used price

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

Other A7 model years

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