2014 AUDI Q7 Problems

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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

9 complaints

Gas leak under left passenger side of the vehicle.

Oct 20, 2025

Over a period of a week started to smell fuel in the cabin area. I took the vehicle to my mechanics as the closest Audi dealer in 1hr 15mins away on I-10 in mobile Alabama and I did not want to risk the drive. It turns out that the q7 has a recall for 20Z8 which is the fuel pump flange, since the mechanic I use works on Europe models and has worked on both my Audi's before I requested him to complete the job since it was a safety recall. Then I attached all the information to Audi of America stating what the issue was and why I didn't take it to Audi of mobile due to my safety I received an email back from Audi stating since I didn't take the vehicle to mobile and not to a Audi dealership they would not pay for the repairs. Due to the smell of gas and the distance I needed to travel for the repair I deemed this a safety risk for both myself and other road users. Also was not sent anything by Audi about a safety recall for either of my Audi's so how is one meant to know about these things immediately, the recall came out in 2017 this was before I bought the car

Aug 13, 2024

It seems that there is a leak around my fuel tank. That resembles something Audi has put in a recall for other vehicles of my year make and model, but my vin isn’t included in the recall.

Apr 02, 2024

About a month ago I smelled and noticed a fuel leak had a mechanic check it out he said it was leaking by the fuel pump flange and it was a recall and it looks like it wasn’t fix at all or wasn’t fixed properly I contacted Audi and they said it was fixed but they have no records of it being fixed!!

Nov 15, 2023

THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ON THE VEHICLES FOR THE FLANGE AROUND THE FUEL PUMP LEAKING. THE REPAIR DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND IT WILL REOCCUR. AUDI WILL ONLY FIX THE CAR ONCE. NEXT REPAIR IS ON THE OWNER AND COSTS $1,000 TO REPAIR. AUDI REPAIR FACILITY ADMITS IT IS THE VERY PROBLEM AFFECTED IN THE RECALL AND THAT MY VEHICLE IS LEAKING SO MUCH FUEL IT IS IN IMMINENT DANGER OF CATCHING FIRE. THEY WILL NOT EVEN LET IT LEAVE THE FACILITY UNLESS IT IS TOWED ONLY BECAUSE OF THE SEVERITY OF THE LEAK. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO AUDI ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AFTER THE FIRST RECALL REPAIR WAS DONE SAYING THEIR WAS A FUEL SMELL ONLY TO HAVE THE CAR RETURNED SAYING IT WAS NORMAL. ONCE THE WARRANTY EXPIRED NOW THEY SAY IT HAS A FUEL LEAK AND REFUSE TO PAY FOR REPAIRS.

Aug 06, 2020

+ 4 more complaints for this component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

3 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with fuel filter flange failure. The contact was informed that the fuel filter flange needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the recall repair had been performed in December 2017. The contact was informed that the repair was not covered under warranty. The contact was advised to contact the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 38,000.

Jun 13, 2025

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while inside or outside the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the failure recurred and there was no warranty coverage. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Nov 07, 2024

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that there was an occasional fuel odor from the exterior of the vehicle and the driver’s side rear seat. The contact was advised by the manufacturer, that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact who is an independent mechanic discovered he could access the fuel tank through the driver’s side rear seat. In addition, the contact noticed the fuel tank had been temporarily repaired with a fuel pump flange to prevent the fuel tank from being cracked over time. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.

Jun 20, 2024

VISIBILITY/WIPER

3 complaints

THE FAN BLOWER FAILED, CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER TO NOT WORK. THE WINDSHIELD BECAME FOGGY WITH ZERO VISIBILITY WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE. ON 2 OCCASIONS IN DECEMBER, 2018. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT NEARLY RESULTED IN A CRASH DUE TO THE INABILITY TO SEE. NO PICTURES WERE TAKEN AS IT WOULD HAVE BEEN TOO UNSAFE TO DO SO. SERVICE WAS REQUIRED TO REPLACE THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY TO CORRECT THE ISSUE SO IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AGAIN.

Dec 28, 2018

DURING A HEAVY RAIN, THE TWO WIPERS LOCKED EACH OTHER UP, THE DRIVER SIDE MOVED DOWN BUT THE PASSENGER SIDE DID NOT, CAUSE THE LOCKED UP, PUTTING ME IN A VERY SERIOUS SITUATION, LUCKILY, IT WAS A OVERPASS NEAR BY AND I STAYED THERE UNTIL THE RAIN WAS STOPPED. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE BLUEGRASS AUDI IN LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY TO REPORT THE PROBLEM, BUT THEY TOLD ME THAT I HAVE TO PAY FOR IT BECAUSE MY CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. I DON'T MIND TO PAY FOR THE REPAIR, BUT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE, SOMEONE MAY GET INJURED OR KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS DEFECTIVE FROM AUDI.

Sep 06, 2018

PASSENGER SIDE WIPER FAILED WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY RAIN. APPEARS MANY AUDI Q7 OWNERS EXPERIENCED THIS FAILURE. NOT SURE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. WHEN WIPER FAILED, I HAD FAMILY IN MY CAR AND I LOST VISIBILTY ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT AND HARM TO MY FAMILY FOR A RECURRING ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE RESOLVED AS IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. THE WIPERS WERE ON AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE PASSENGER WIPER STOPS AND BECOMES ENTAGLED WITH THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER BREAKING THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER BECAUSE THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER CONTINUED TO OPERATE. HAD I CONTINUED OPERATING WINDSHIELD WIPERS THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER ARM WOULD HAVE SNAPPED IN HALF LIKE OTHER OWNERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED POSSIBLE DEATH TO OTHERS ON HIGHWAY DUE TO WIPER DEBRIS HITTING OTHER VEHICLE WINDSHIELDS AND CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY. IN ADDITION CAUSING MY LOSS OF VISIBILTY AND CRASHING INTO HIGHWAY OBJECT OR ANOTHER VEHICLE.

Jun 18, 2018

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

2 complaints

I am experiencing a severe oil leak between the engine and gearbox of my Audi Q7. This issue poses a safety risk due to potential engine malfunctions and accidents. Many Hello My name is [XXX] , owner of 2014 Q7 tdi. I am writing to bring to your attention a prevalent issue that has been reported by numerous Audi Q7 TDI vehicle owners, including myself. It has come to my attention, through various online forums such as AudiForum, that a significant number of Q7 TDI owners are experiencing oil leaks between the engine and gearbox. This issue poses a safety risk due to potential engine malfunctions and accidents. Many other Q7 owners have reported similar problems, and Audi America is aware of the issue. Warning signs appear when oil levels are low, indicating the need for constant oil replenishment. The component in question is available for inspection upon request. This issue not only poses a potential safety risk but also has the potential to cause significant damage to the vehicle's engine and drivetrain components. As a concerned owner, I believe it is imperative for Audi to address this issue promptly and comprehensively. Therefore, I am formally requesting that Audi initiate a recall for all affected Audi Q7 TDI vehicles to rectify the oil leak issue. I urge Audi to conduct a thorough investigation into the root cause of the problem and implement appropriate measures to remedy it, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of its customers. Please provide me with information on the formal procedure to file a request for a recall regarding this issue. Additionally, I would appreciate regular updates on the progress of this matter and any actions taken by Audi to address it. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution of this issue. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Feb 08, 2024

I HAVE A 2014 AUDI Q7 TDI AND HAVE JUST HAD THE DIESEL GATE RECALL FIX TO IMPROVE EMISSIONS. THE FIX HAS REDUCED MPG'S AND SIGNIFICANT POWER TO MY CAR. I WAS TOLD THE CAR WOULD ONLY LOSE ABOUT 2MPG BUT IT'S MORE LIKE 4-5MPG. THE POWER LOSS IS SIGNIFICANT AND MAKES THE CAR DANGEROUS TO DRIVE ESPECIALLY WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC. THE HESITATION PUTS ALL PASSENGERS IN DANGER. THE BIGGEST SAFETY ISSUE HAS TO DO WITH THE CAR WAS SOLD WITH A TOW PACKAGE. NOBODY TESTED THE DIESEL GATE FIX FOR OWNERS WHO PAID EXTRA FOR A TOW PACKAGE. THE CAR IS DOWN AT LEAST 10MPG WITH A LIGHT TRAILER AND THE SHIFTING AND POWER LOSS HAS MADE THIS Q7 ALMOST USELESS TO TOW. THAT WAS NOT TOLD PRIOR TO THE DIESEL GATE FIX. PUTTING AND AUDI/VW/PORSCHE ON THE ROAD WITH A LIGHT TRAILER AFTER THE DIESEL GATE FIX IS A SAFETY ISSUE FOR EVERYONE ON THE ROAD

Feb 28, 2018

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a fuel and exhaust odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the odor was more prominent in colder weather and the failure had occurred intermittently while the vehicle was idling. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 93,000.

Sep 21, 2023

CAR PERIODICALLY STALLS ON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, EVEN THOUGH ENGINE IS UP TO NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. CAR WILL GET TO APPROX 10-15 MPH, THEN STALL, WITH A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER. MUST PUSH GAS PEDAL ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR TO OVERCOME THE STALL, THEN THE CAR LEAPS FORWARD, SPINNING THE TIRES. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES IN THE PAST FEW WEEKS. AM VERY CONCERNED WHENEVER I START UP AT AN INTERSECTION, AS I DON'T KNOW WHEN THIS SITUATION WILL OCCUR. I THINK THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE WHICH SHOULD BE CORRECTED. *TR

Mar 06, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 complaints

THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS A FLAW THAT CAUSES RAIN TO OR ON THE AMPLIFIER. AUDI FUNCTIONS THROUGH FIBER OPTICS, THEREFORE WHEN THE AMPLIFIER MALFUNCTIONS, THE ENTIRE ELECTRIC SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE. THIS INCLUDES BUT NIT LIMITED TO- THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM, THE CAR MONITORING SYSTEM THAT DISPLAYS WARNINGS FOR THE VEHICLE, THE STEREO SYSTEM ETC. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT THAT HAS NIT BEEN ADDRESSED BY AUDI.

Mar 19, 2021

I WAS TURNING LEFT ONTO A MAIN ROAD WHEN THE HATCHBACK SPONTANEOUSLY OPENED, I.E. THE CAR WAS MOVING AND THE DOOR TO THE BACK OF THE CAR OPENED ALL BY ITSELF. I HAVE SUBSEQUENTLY TESTED (IN AN EMPTY PARKING LOT) IF THE KEY FOB OR THE DOOR-RELEASE WILL OPERATE WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION (I.E. I TESTED TO SEE IF PERHAPS I HAS INADVERTENTLY TRIGGERED THE DOOR OPENING BUTTON)-- AND NEITHER WILL OPEN THE DOOR WHEN THE CAR IS MOVING. I HAVE CONTACTED AUDI AND THEIR FIRST RESPONSE WAS THAT I HAD PROBABLY ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE BUTTON, AND THEN THEIR NEXT REPLY WAS THAT WHAT DID I WANT THEM TO DO SINCE THERE WAS LITTLE CHANCE THEY COULD REPLICATE THE PROBLEM. I INDICATED THAT THIS CAR WAS ESSENTIALLY UN-USABLE TO ME AT THIS TIME AS I OFTEN HAVE DOGS IN THE BACK OF THE CAR- AND CAN NO LONGER SAFELY USE THIS VEHICLE FOR FEAR THAT AT ANY MOMENT THE BACK DOOR WILL OPEN WHILE I'M DRIVING. *TR

Jan 02, 2014

ENGINE

2 complaints

EXCESSIVE OIL LEAK

Sep 08, 2020

THE VW/AUDI DIESEL "FIX" IS NOT WORKING AS PROMISED AND THE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THIS "FIX" MAY CAUSE A SAFETY RISK TO THE PUBLIC. 2 HOURS AFTER PICKING UP MY AUDI Q7 3.0 TDI FROM THE DEALER, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR TO PICK UP EASTER SUPPLIES WITH MY 2 YOUNG KIDS AND WHILE PULLING OUT OF BJ'S WHOLESALE STORE ONTO A 4 LANE HIGHWAY THE CARS ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. THE CAR WAS STALLED AND LEFT UNRESPONSIVE AND SHE ALMOST GOT STRUCK BY AND LARGE TRUCK. LUCKY NOBODY WAS INJURED THIS TIME BUT THIS DIESEL "FIX" HAS MUFFLED THESE ENGINES REDUCING TORQUE AND CAUSES THEM TO STALL AT LOW RPM'S. THE DEALERS BLAME VW/AUDI AND AUDI BLAMES THE DEALERS. I'M NOT SURE WHEN SOMEONE WILL TAKE RESPONSIBILITY BUT I HOPE IT'S BEFORE SOMEONE DIES!!!!!!!

Apr 06, 2018

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 complaints

CAR SELF ACCELERATED WHILE PARKING INTO A SPACE. IT IS A TDI VERSION WHICH HAD BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR A RECALL MODIFICATION TO COMPUTER THAT SAME WEEK. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT A UNDER 5 MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO A VERY HIGH RPM, JUMPED A CURB AND STRUCK A POLE. 4 PEOPLE EXPERIENCED THE RPM INCREASES (TOW TRUCK DRIVER, AUDI DEALER REP, MY WIFE AND I.

Jul 05, 2020

Crash: 1

I BOUGHT MY AUDI Q7 CERTIFIED PRE OWNED FROM AN AUDI DEALERSHIP. SOON AFTER I GOT IT I REALIZED THAT THE ACCELERATOR SOMETIMES GOT STUCK ON A FAST ACCELERATION. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AND ASKED THEM TO CHECK FOR A RECALL AND ALSO TOOK IT IN FOR EVALUATION. THEY SAID IT WAS BECAUSE OF THE FLOOR MATS, THE MATS WERE REMOVED/CHANGED. THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS, AND AS I CHECK FOR RECALLS WITH THAT ISSUE I DON'T SEE ANY IN THE SYSTEM. THE PROBLEM IS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS, THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED I HAD TO REALLY GET THE CAR UNDER CONTROL WITH POWER BRAKING AND OTHER EMERGENCY BRAKING TECHNIQUES, OR I WOULD'VE CRASHED. I JUST HAVE TO REMEMBER NOW TO EXPECT A RUN-A-WAY CAR SITUATION IF I HAVE TO QUICKLY ACCELERATE: FIRST TIME WAS A 0-60 MPH ACCELERATION, OTHER TIMES WAS AN THE HIGHWAY ACCELERATION TO CHANGE LANE OR OVERTAKE ACCELERATION TOOK OVER. I AM ALSO NOT SURE WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT BESIDES GETTING RID OF THE CAR!

Apr 09, 2018

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal beeping sound coming from the warning light on the instrument panel. The message "Low Coolant" was displayed. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to move over to the side of the road. The contact raised the hood and refilled the coolant reservoir. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the Volkswagen Emissions Scandal several years ago, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to the EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation), where the valve recirculates exhaust gas to lower combustion temperatures and reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 111,000.

Aug 29, 2025

AIR BAGS

1 complaint

Component/System That Failed: The airbag system failed to deploy during a frontal collision. The vehicle’s front driver and passenger airbags did not activate at the time of impact. The airbag system is still present in the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request. ⸻ Safety Risk: The failure of the airbags to deploy during a significant front-end collision put my safety and the safety of my passengers at serious risk. The impact was forceful enough to cause frame displacement and over $11,000 in structural damage, rendering the vehicle inoperable. Had the collision occurred at a slightly higher speed or involved another passenger vehicle, the lack of airbag protection could have resulted in serious injury or death. ⸻ Reproduced or Confirmed by a Dealer or Service Center: The issue has not been reproduced, as it occurred during a single collision event. However, an independent body shop has confirmed structural frame damage, and Audi of America was provided photos, repair estimates, and the official police report. Audi reviewed the case but denied the claim, stating the crash “did not meet the deceleration threshold” for deployment — despite the vehicle being disabled in the crash. ⸻ Inspected By: •Police: Yes – an official California Highway Patrol report was filed (Report #231220583). •Insurance Representative: Yes – damage was assessed and repairs partially initiated. •Manufacturer: Yes – Audi of America reviewed photos and documentation submitted by me but declined further inspection. •Independent Service Center: Yes – initial damage assessment and frame displacement confirmed. ⸻ Warning Lamps or Symptoms: There were no warning lights or malfunction indicators related to the airbag system before the collision. The vehicle was operating normally at the time of the incident. Post-incident, the airbags never deployed and no system alerts were generated.

May 31, 2025

Crash: 1

SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

the vehicle was leaking gas. the vehicle rarely would start. fuses easily burn out or go bad due to possible electrical problems. now I am having to purchase maybe it is called a drive shaft? or something that makes the vehicle not go or start?? I am not a mechanic but I pay a lot of money on this vehicle every month, the repairs are extremely high and not wating to ruin my credit due to neglect part of Audi company. I will also get pictures as soon as the mechanic can get the parts and start working on the next problem.

Jun 12, 2024

TIRES

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7 equipped with Nexen HP, Tire Line: Roadian, Tire Size: 275/45/R20, DOT Number: 8YEHDECR2122. The contact stated that after washing her vehicle she noticed that a bubble had formed on the side wall of the passenger’s side front tire. The contact stated that the front tires were constantly losing air. The contact stated that this was the fourth set of tires that had a failure from the same retailer. The contact had originally purchased the first set of tires over one year ago, and all the tires had experienced the failures. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 120,000. The tire failure mileage was approximately 1,200.

Oct 31, 2023

SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

We have a 2014 Audi Q7 with 60K mileage that we serviced and maintained by Hoffman Audi all the time. On December 27th, while on the freeway, the engine was shut down without any prior alert, with a lot of smoke and oil leakage. With our minimal knowledge, it appears the gasket was frozen, causing the coolant to leak into the engine's unwanted part and damage it completely. This is a manufacturing and poor-quality Audi product that could have risked the life of the passengers on board. We filed a complaint to Audi USA with no response, and insurance declined. We need your kind attention to help us in finding a way to fix the issue as why did Hoffman service center never figure out the issue, if there was one, and why did Audi not give any alert before such a disaster took place that will cost us >24K to fix a $35K car.

Jan 17, 2023

SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

Adaptive cruise and speed control were intermittently operating eventually resulting in a defective system. No resolution at this time

Sep 17, 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

Flooding due to improper cleaning of ac valve blockage. I took the car to the dealership due to water leakage in the floorboards. They said they fixed the issue but after within a few weeks the water leakage kept pouring now due to that the water leakage has exceeded its point to which it has now put it self into the electronica areas of the car. Now the car will no longer run and it shows multiple issues with the check engine light constantly on consistent water leakage now there’s mold and water leakage in the electronica area and it’s preventing me from using my car my car is no longer able to drive and I feel it’s due to the consistency of them not being able to control the water leak damage the car has caused

May 21, 2021

SEATS

1 complaint

BACK SEAT COVER COME OFF

Sep 27, 2020

STEERING

1 complaint

AT 40,398 MILES THE CRANKSHAFT DAMPENER PULLEY FAILED BREAKING OFF AT THE HARD RUBBER CENTER IN TURN THROWING THE SEPENTINE BELT. AT THAT POINT POWER STEERING WAS LOST ALONG WITH ALL OTHER FUNCTIONS DRIVEN BY THE SEPENTINE BELT. AN INTERNET SEARCH TURNED UP A NUMBER OF AUDI OWNERS HAVING THE SAME HAPPEN TO THEM BETWEEN 40 TO 50,00 MILES. THIS SAFETY FAILURE AT SUCH LOW MILEAGE IS UNWARRANTED. THE REPLACEMENT PART APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN REDESIGNED AND MORE ROBUST .. AUDI MUST REALIZE THAT THE ORIGINAL PART WAS FAULTY. FOR ME, THANKFULLY IT HAPPENED WHILE I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND NOT TRAVELING AT SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY.

Sep 06, 2019

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

IN JANUARY 2019, WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON CA 110 IN EXCESS OF 60 MPH, THE AUDI Q7 TDI'S GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON, I LOST ACCELERATION AND A FEW MINUTES LATER, MY ENGINE SHUT OFF AND I WAS STUCK IN THE LEFT LANE. I HAD TO CALL 911 AND HAVE CHP STOP ALL TRAFFIC AND PUSH MY CAR TO THE SHOULDER WHILE I AWAITED A TOW TRUCK. AUDI DTLA TOLD ME THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND THAT THERE WAS METAL SHRAPNEL IN MY FUEL LINE AND IT ALL HAD TO BE REPLACED. THEY SAID THIS WAS A DIESEL WARRANTY COVERED ISSUE AND WE DID NOT PAY ANY CHARGE. IN JUNE 2019 WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 10 IN AZ, THE GLOW PLUG LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND WE LOST ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING OVER 60 MPH. WE IMMEDIATELY EXITED THE HIGHWAY AND SHUT OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN ON US, AS IT DID IN JANUARY. WE WAITED AN HOUR IN 105 DEGREE HEAT IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE, UNTIL WE WERE TOWED 80 MILES TO AUDI PEORIA, WHO CLAIM THEY CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM. THEY TOLD US TO RIDE IN THE CAR ON TOP OF THE TOW TRUCK. WE BELIEVE THERE IS EITHER AN ONGOING HPFP ISSUE, OR PERHAPS SOMETHING RELATED TO THE DIESEL MODIFICATION, OR THAT THIS PARTICULAR CAR IS A LEMON - 2 BREAKDOWNS IN 5 MONTHS, WITHIN 11,500 MILES. THE SCARIEST PART IS THAT WE WERE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH OUR CHILDREN IN THE CAR WHEN THE CAR LOST ACCELERATION. WE WERE LUCKY THAT WE DID NOT GET HURT OR CAUSE ANY ACCIDENTS, BUT THE AUDI Q7 TDI, WHETHER IT'S JUST THIS VEHICLE OR ALL 2014 Q7 TDIS ARE NOT SAFE. AUDI AMERICA, INC. HAS REFUSED TO REPURCHASE THE CAR OR PROVIDE ANY OTHER ASSISTANCE OR REMEDY. WE REFUSE TO RIDE THE CAR BECAUSE WE ARE SCARED OF ANOTHER INCIDENT. WE HAVE WARRANTIES ON THE CAR, BUT THAT ONLY COVERS REPAIRS, IT DOESN'T PREVENT YOU FROM GETTING KILLED ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THEY CANNOT IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM WITH THE CAR. NO ONE AT AUDI HAS DIAGNOSED THE JUNE 2019 PROBLEM WE EXPERIENCED.

Jul 16, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE

1 complaint

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT RUSNAK/WESTLAKE AUDI (LOCATED AT 3832 THOUSAND OAKS BLVD, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362, (805) 601-8034) PERFORMED AN UNKNOWN RECALL REPAIR THAT INVOLVED A SOFTWARE UPDATE ON THE VEHICLE. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL TO START SOMETIMES AND THE FUEL GAUGE FAILED TO PROVIDE THE ACCURATE READING AFTER THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN FUELED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT A FAILURE CODE COULD NOT BE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT TO TAKE THE VEHICLE BACK TO THE DEALER. NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 61,301.

Apr 16, 2019

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY ON 10/22/2018. WITH NO APPARENT WARNING AND NO EXTERNAL IMPACT.

Oct 23, 2018

AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

I WAS DRIVING 40-45 MPH GO STRAIGHT ON THE LEFT LANE OF TWO LANES CITY ROAD WITH 45 MPH LIMIT. ONE CAR CAME OUT FROM MY RIGHT SIDE COMMUNITY AND MAKE LEFT TURN. IT SUDDENLY APPEARED IN FRONT OF ME, I BARELY HAD TIME TO STEP ON BRAKE AND HIT HER CAR. HER CAR WAS HIT PRETTY BAD AND MY Q7 FRONT WAS MESSED UP PRETTY BADLY. THE PROBLEM IS THE AIRBAD WAS NEVER DEPLOYED.

Aug 28, 2018

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

THIS MORNING MY WAS PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT OF ONE SUPERMARKET. I USED THE KEY TO START THE CAR AND OPENED FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR TO LOAD THE STUFF. MY NANNY OPENED 2ND ROW PASSENGER SIDE DOOR TO SIT MY DAUGHTER IN THE CAR SEAT. AFTER THEN WE BOTH CLOSED THE DOORS. I TRIED TO OPEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND MY NANNY TRIED TO OPEN THE 2ND ROW DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR. BUT WE COULDN'T OPEN BOTH DOORS! I TRIED TO OPEN THE TRUNK. BUT I COULDN'T OPEN IT. ALL DOORS JUST AUTOMATICALLY LOCKED WHEN THE CAR WAS FULLY STOPPED AND THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING. MY 16 MONTHS OLD BABY WAS LOCKED IN THE CAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jul 24, 2017

Injuries: 2

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

1 complaint

06/23/2017 TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALER FOR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT, REPAIR FINISHED 06/30/2017 DUE TO CRACKED CONNECTOR UNDER DRIVER'S SEAT IN A WIRING BUNDLE THAT DOES NOT FLEX WITH MOVEMENT OF SEAT. CONNECTOR UNDER DRIVER'S SEAT IN A WIRING BUNDLE SHORTED ONE MONTH AFTER SEAT WAS REMOVED FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT. DISABLING ALL AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT MODULE. VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON CITY STREET WHEN AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. MY CONCERN IS REMOVING THE DRIVER'S SEAT OR STRESS CAN CAUSE CRACKING OF THIS SEATBELT CONNECTOR DISABLING THE AIRBAGS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE.

Jul 21, 2017

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

RANDOMLY, WHEN THE VEHICLE COMES TO A STOP, THE WHEEL WILL TURN TO THE RIGHT 90 DEGREES, YET THE CAR WOULD GO STRAIGHT. THIS HAPPENS RANDOMLY WHEN DRIVING TOO. THE WHEEL TURNS TO THE RIGHT 90 DEGREES, YET THE CAR GO STRAIGHT. YOU HAVE TO FORCE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK TO STRAIGHT. DEALER SAYS NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE VEHICLE AND CAN'T DUPLICATE THE EVENTS. A LOUD CLUNKING/BANGING NOISE WHEN THE CAR IS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE. THE WHOLE VEHICLE WILL SHAKE. THE DEALER DID DUPLICATE THE NOISE, YET THEY COULDN'T TELL US WHAT WAS CAUSING IT SO THEY REPLACED THE DIFFERENTIAL. THAT DIDN'T STOP THE NOISE, SO THE DEALER BROUGHT IN A TECHNICIAN FROM CORPORATE. THIS PERSON FOUND NOTHING WRONG. AFTER HAVING THE CAR TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES, THEY TOLD US THERE IS NOTHING WRONG. MANY TIMES, THE BACK-UP CAMERA WILL NOT TURN OFF AFTER THE CAR GOES FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. THIS MEANS THE RADIO/NAVIGATION CAN'T BE USED. SOMETIMES WHEN THE CAR IS PUT INTO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE CAMERA WOULD TURN OFF, BUT THE RADIO WOULD NOT TURN BACK ON. WHEN THE CAR WAS IN PARK AND NOT RUNNING, THE RADIO WILL TURN ON WHEN THE CAR DOOR WAS OPENED AND CAN'T BE TURNED OFF. TO RESET THINGS, THE CAR HAS HAVE TO BE TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED OR TURNED ON AND THEN OFF AND THEN RESTARTED. THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM. ALSO, WHEN TRYING TO OPEN THE BACK HATCH USING THE RELEASE ON THE DRIVER DOOR, IT WOULDN'T WORK. YOU NEEDED TO TURN THE CAR OFF, THEN BACK ON, IN ORDER TO GET IT TO WORK.

Jun 19, 2017

VISIBILITY

1 complaint

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 10,000.

Mar 23, 2015

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint

THIS A COMPLAINT ABOUT OVER BRIGHT HEADLIGHTS. WHEN CERTAIN AUTOS ARE PASSING ME WITH ONCOMING TRAFFIC I FIND CERTAIN HEADLAMPS TO BE ACTUALLY DANGEROUSLY BRIGHT AND ANGLED DIRECTLY AT MY HEIGHT ( I AM 5"10") IN MY MAZDA 6 STATION WAGON (2005). MY AUTO IS OF STANDARD HEIGHT YET THE HEADLAMPS ON THE AUDI, BMW AND OTHER SUVS ARE NOT ANGLED DOWN AND BLIND ME AT NIGHT. WHEN THEY COME UP BEHIND ME , THEY ARE OVERBRIGHT IN MY REAR VIEW MIRROR, AND ESPECIALLY IN THE DRIVERS OUTSIDE MIRROR (WHICH I CAN'T CHANGE TO NIGHT MODE). MANY MANY PEOPLE I HAVE SPOKEN TO ARE EXPERIENCING THIS SAME PROBLEM. I WOULD BE WILLING TO TESTIFY TO CONGRESS OR ANYWHERE ELSE AS TO MY OPINION THAT THESE AUTOS ARE UNSAFE. *TR

Nov 22, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 complaint

IN AUDI Q7, THERE IS A LOCK BUTTON ON THE REAR DOORS, WHICH LOCKS THE WHOLE CAR. THIS BUTTON DOES NOT GET DISABLED WHEN THE CHILD LOCK IS ENGAGED. A CHILD SEATED IN A REAR SEAT CAN KICK THE BUTTON AND EASILY LOCK THE DRIVER OUT OF THE VEHICLE, IF THE DRIVER HAS LEFT THE CAR WITH KEYS INSIDE THE CAR. THIS IS VERY COMMON FOR REFILLING OF GAS. OUR DAUGHTER WAS LOCKED IN THE CAR FOR 1/2 HOUR WHILE I BROUGHT ANOTHER SET OF KEYS. IT WAS HOT OUTSIDE AND THE CAR WAS NOT RUNNING, SO THERE WAS NO A/C. POLICE WAS DISPATCHED TO THE SCENE TO BREAK HER OUT, BUT I MADE IT THERE BEFORE THEY DID. CHILDREN IN THE CAR CANNOT OPEN THE DOOR, SINCE THEY ARE STRAPPED IN AND / OR THEY ARE TOO YOUNG TO RECEIVE AND FOLLOW INSTRUCTION. THIS IS A GENERAL CHILD SAFETY ISSUE WITH THIS CAR AND LOCK. THERE ARE MANY REPORTS OF THE SAME ISSUE ON THIS WEB FORUM, REPORTED FOR ALMOST 5 YEARS. AUDI HAS NOT DONE ANYTHING. HTTP://WWW.AUDIWORLD.COM/FORUMS/Q7-DISCUSSION-112/DISABLING-DOOR-LOCK-BUTTON-REAR-DOORS-2767659/ IF THE SITUATION WE LIVED WAS AT A HIKE, WHERE THERE IS NO CELL PHONE COVERAGE, WE WOULD BE IN DEEP TROUBLE. AUDI NEEDS TO FIX THIS BY DISABLING THE BUTTON WHEN THE CHILD LOCK IS ENGAGED, BEFORE A CHILD OR PET IS HURT IN A SERIOUS WAY OR WORSE. *TR

Aug 19, 2014

4.3/5.0

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2014 AUDI Q7 VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

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Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2014 AUDI Q7 dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2014 AUDI Q7 have?

The 2014 AUDI Q7 currently has 44 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2014 AUDI Q7?

The most common problems reported for the 2014 AUDI Q7 are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2014 AUDI Q7 problem data come from?

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How do I report problems with my 2014 AUDI Q7?

You can report safety problems with your 2014 AUDI Q7 directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2014 AUDI Q7 VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2014 AUDI Q7 reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2014 AUDI Q7. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.