repaired · 2021 Q2
Steering
Risk. A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Audi Q7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 323 owner complaints about the 2017 Audi Q7, most often about the exterior lighting. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-955 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Audi Q7 has problems
323 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
135Exterior lighting
61Engine1 crash/fire/injury
53Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
33Suspension
19Steering
17Fuel/propulsion system
10Power train
9Service brakes
7Wheels
3815 other systems7 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 135 | 0 |
| Engine | 61 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 53 | 3 |
| Suspension | 33 | 0 |
| Steering | 19 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 17 | 0 |
| Power train | 10 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 9 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 0 |
| 15 other systems | 38 | 7 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2017 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 · 2020 Q2
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash, if the air bags and/or the seat belt pretensioners do not inflate or function properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk…
repaired · 2018 Q1
Steering: electric power assist system
Risk. With a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2018 Q1
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the side marker lights do not illuminate, the vehicle may be less visible at night, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Seats: mid/rear assembly
Risk. If the third row seat does not remain in its adjusted position, there may be an increased risk of injury to an occupant in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q4
Frontal: sensor/control module-inactive
Risk. Air bags that deploy with excessive force may increase the 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.
Owner-reported costs
What owners say repairs cost
Dollar amounts owners wrote in their complaints when describing a repair or a quote. These are not price estimates; a system is shown only when at least 8 owners mentioned a cost.
Exterior lighting
33 owners mentioned a cost$5,100median
Middle half: $4,400 – $6,000
If a problem is covered by a recall, the dealer fixes it for free. Some manufacturers also reimburse owners who paid for a repair before a recall was announced.
Best & worst years
2017 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Audi Q7 safety ratings
2017 Audi Q7 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What Q7 owners report
Recent exterior lighting complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, an inoperable passenger’s side front headlight assembly warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the headlight was functioning properly even though the warning light was displayed. The manufacturer was made…
On my 2017 Audi Q7 with 93169 miles, I am getting the error message along with a warning lamp that states: "Front right side marker light defective." The light actually works however I am getting this message. If the light were to actually go out it would affect the safety of my vehicle. I hear…
Defective side‑marker LED inside sealed headlight assembly Component: Exterior Lighting / Headlights Make/Model/Year: 2017 Audi Q7 prestige Issue: Defective side‑marker LED inside sealed headlight assembly Complaint: The side‑marker LED inside the headlight assembly on my 2017 Audi Q7 has failed…
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