2015 Audi RS7: common problems and reliability

The 2015 Audi RS7 has 2 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are engine. Owners most often flag high cost of maintenance and repairs: very expensive routine maintenance, brake jobs (cited at ~$4,000 usd), and part replacements. owners note a significant "rs tax" on model-specific components. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2015 model year

2
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2015 Audi RS7 vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

engine
2

Recalls affecting the 2015 RS7

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…

engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger

Campaign 22V178000

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 …

What owners say across generations

Owner sentiment is generally positive, with the RS7 praised as a fast, comfortable, and capable grand tourer that blends performance with daily usability.

  • High Cost of Maintenance and Repairs: Very expensive routine maintenance, brake jobs (cited at ~$4,000 USD), and part replacements. Owners note a significant "RS Tax" on model-specific components. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Turbo Oil Screen/Strainer Failure: A major, widespread issue primarily affecting the C7/C7.5 generation's 4.0T V8. Faulty screens can clog, leading to turbocharger failure and catastrophic engine damage. Audi issued a recall (TSB 2044640) with multiple screen revisions, but the problem is a significant reliability concern. Frequency: very frequent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the RS7. See the full RS7 owner picture and every model year.

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