repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Audi Q7Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 16 owner complaints about the 2023 Audi Q7, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-251 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 5, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Audi Q7 has problems
16 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Service brakes
3Forward collision avoidance
3Electrical system
2Vehicle speed control
2Engine
2Power train
2Seats
1Wheels
1Lane departure
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q1
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Air bags: side/window
Risk. An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
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
2023 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
In owners' words
What Q7 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
After owning the vehicle for less than one-year (~20k) miles, the front brakes started to pulse and make noise when stopping. Stopping distance was reduced. The dealer recommended that the rotors be replaced and did so at zero cost as a courtesy. Twelve weeks later, the pulsing and noise and…
The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the MIL warning light was illuminated. There was a yellow warning light illuminated with a message to take the vehicle to the dealer displayed. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching an intersection, the…
2023 Audi Q7 The brake pedal randomly does not respond. This prevents the vehicle from being able to start, shift out of gear when parked, and the rear brake lights do not respond. My main concern is the brake lights not responding. I do not want to be injured in a collision when slowing down on…
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