repaired · 2020 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
2016 Audi A7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2016 Audi A7, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-370 the manufacturer reports only 85% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 27, 2024. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Audi A7 has problems
15 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
2Steering
1Engine and engine cooling
1Power train
1Structure
1Tires
1Visibility/wiper
1Electrical system
11 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 7 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| 1 other systems | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2016 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 · 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.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Air bags: side/window
Risk. If the head curtain airbag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger has an increased risk of injury.
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
2016 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
2016 Audi A7 safety ratings
2016 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: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What A7 owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
When I have a passenger riding with me the passenger airbag cuts on and off the whole time while I’m driving. This is a major safety concern especially when I have passengers all the time. I’m concerned the airbag will not deploy during an accident.
1ST PROBLEM MY PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL GO ON AND OFF SOMETIME WHILE DRIVING EVEN THOUGH NO ONE IS SITTING THERE. 2ND PROBLEM THE WEATHER HERE WAS -30 FOR ABOUT 10 DAYS AND MY CAR STOPPED WORKING ONE MORNING WHEN I TURNED IT ON. MORE PRECISELY STEERING DID NOT WORK. WHEN I TOOK IT TO VW DEALER AND…
GOING STRAIGHT, PASSING THRU A GREEN LIGHT, ANOTHER DRIVER RUNS RED LIGHT, T BONES A7 (PRESTIGE TRIM) CAUSING NOTICABLE DAMAGE TO EXTERIOR ON PASSENGER SIDE HOWEVER AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. MEANWHILE A7 ALSO HAD IMPACT TO DRIVER SIDE WHICH THE AIRBAGS DID DIPLOY WITH LESS IMPACT THEN THE PASSENGER…
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