2012
Audi Q7
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 4 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 4 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 4 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 4 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the 2025 Q7 will be more reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023 model and the Audi brand score.
The 2012 Audi Q7 has been recalled 4 times by NHTSA.
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The 2012 Audi Q7 has been recalled 4 times by NHTSA.
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2012 SUVs Reliability
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Audi vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
NA
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NA
NA
NA
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NA
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Exhaust
NA
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NA
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NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
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Climate System
NA
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NA
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Electrical Accessories
NA
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Body Hardware
NA
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
NA
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In-car Electronics
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
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2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
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NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Cooling
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2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
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2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
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2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
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2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Noises/Leaks
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2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
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2014
NA
2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007*
NA
2008
NA
2009
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
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2015
NA
2016
NA
2017*
2018
2019
2020*
NA
2021
2022
NA
2023
2024
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
EQUIPMENT, TIRES
Feb 15, 2023
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and Part 567, "Certification."
What should you do:
Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50G5.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
23V086000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
12100
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nov 19, 2018
The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
What should you do:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
18V818000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
5987
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 13, 2016
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
16V660000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
143214
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 20, 2015
A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
What should you do:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
15V019000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
26008
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