repaired · 2025 Q1
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2015 Audi Q7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 46 owner complaints about the 2015 Audi Q7, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-086 the manufacturer reports only 31% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 25, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Audi Q7 has problems
46 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Engine
8Fuel/propulsion system
4Power train
4Service brakes
4Vehicle speed control
3Structure
3Air bags
2Electrical system
2Visibility/wiper
97 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 13 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 9 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2015 Audi Q7 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 · 2018 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
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
2015 vs. every other Q7 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 Q7 median. How we score
'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2015 Audi Q7 safety ratings
2015 Audi Q7 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (18.5% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Q7 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Our 2015 Audi Q7 start using a lot of oil under 100,000 miles. Dealership replace turbocharger oil seals but that didn't fix the issue. The engine failed oil consumption test and was told the vehicle is safe to drive but will need to add oil every 1,000 miles. Engine failed three months later.…
Warranty will be over in 60 days; the Catalyst Coverter is going back, the Audi dealer and Audi Corporate are delaying the fixture do to some mis communication between dealer and corporate. The problem has to do with DEF gases not being cleanup. The error code is P20EE00 and the engine light is on.…
Engine started knocking. Excessive use of oil in vehicle. Even after putting oil in and getting the oil changed several times, the vehicle constantly leaks and is consuming massive amounts of oil.
Own a 2015 Q7?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.