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.
2014 Audi A7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2014 Audi A7, most often about the fuel/propulsion system. It is covered by 2 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 June 1, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: Yahya S., CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Audi A7 has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
4Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
2Engine
2Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
2Steering1 crash/fire/injury
1Suspension
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Visibility
1Electronic stability control (ESC)
1Fuel system, gasoline
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 | 0 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2014 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.
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
2014 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
In owners' words
What A7 owners report
Recent fuel/propulsion system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Recently just purchased car at 64000 miles. 10 days after purchase, while driving on residential streets, noticed fuel odor, then vehicle shutting down. Unable to start, would crank but not start. Had to get towed. Next day added a gallon of gas, was able to start car, but immediately seen fuel…
The cars fuel sender has an issue. The gas gauge shows that the tank is half full and it doesn’t move. The car thinks it’s out of gas and just stops. It’s happened three times in the last month.
BOTH EXHAUST PIPES PROTRUDES OUT AND VERY HOT AFTER PARKED/ENGINE OFF. IF PERSON LEANS SLIGHTLY IN TO UNLOAD ARTICLES FROM TRUNK, PASSENGERS NEEDS TO BE AWARE PIPES STICKS OUT AND CAN CAUSE SKIN BURNS TO LOWER EXTREMITY.
Own a 2014 A7?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.