repaired · 2020 Q1
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
2012 Audi A7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 30 owner complaints about the 2012 Audi A7, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-781 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2022. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 Audi A7 has problems
30 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Air bags
6Electrical system
6Steering
5Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
4Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Power train
2Wheels
2Electronic stability control (ESC)
2Fuel/propulsion system
76 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 2 |
| Engine | 4 | 1 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 2 |
| 6 other systems | 7 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2012 Audi A7 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
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repaired · 2016 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2012 vs. every other A7 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A7 median. How we score
'07'09'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2012 Audi A7 safety ratings
2012 Audi A7 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What A7 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 18V370 NO PODS REPAIR KITS AVAILABLE FOR EXISTING CUSTOMERS DRIVING AROUND IN VEHICLES WHILE AUDI ISSUED STOP SALE ON CARS IN STOCK AT THEIR FACILITY WITH THE DANGEROUS PART. THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO STRESS/WEAR FACTORS AFFECTING AN…
RECEIVED NOTICE SOME TIME AGO ABOUT RECALL AFFECTING PASSENGER AIRBAG. MONTHS HAVE PASSED AND AUDI HERE CLAIMS STILL DO NOT HAVE PARTS FOR RECALL. I ALSO EARLIER FILED A COMPLAINT ABOUT A SHORT IN THE WIRING HARNESS DISABLING THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG (WHICH I NOW BELIEVE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE HEATED…
TAKATA RECALL, MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON SINCE APRIL 2018. AUDI OF ANNAPOLIS INFORMED ME THAT I HAVE TO PURCHASE ANOTHER STEERING WHEEL FOR $4000 TO REPLACE A FAULTY AIRBIG, WHY? I HAVE NO HORN AND NO AIR BAG AND I'M TERRIFIED TO DRIVE MY CAR. I'VE BEEN RENTING CARS SINCE APRIL. MY CAR IS ALSO…
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