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2007 Audi Q7 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 134 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 3.1 times the median Q7 year — the 2007 model ranks #3 of 20 Q7 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 39 reports (29% of the total).

134

NHTSA complaints

3

Recalls

0

Investigations

3

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

5

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other Q7 years?

Q7 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted403 complaints2007: 134 complaints2008: 44 complaints2009: 34 complaints2010: 44 complaints2011: 26 complaints2012: 44 complaints2013: 49 complaints2014: 65 complaints2015: 56 complaints2016: 2 complaints2017: 403 complaints2018: 175 complaints2019: 81 complaints2020: 30 complaints2021: 112 complaints2022: 26 complaints2023: 26 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 25 complaints2026: 0 complaints
Q7 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Audi Q7 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System3929%
Fuel System3022%
Engine1914%
Other86%
Visibility & Wipers75%
Body & Structure64%
Steering54%
Speed Control43%
Brakes43%
Airbags32%
Seats21%
Tires & Wheels21%
Transmission21%
Latches & Locks21%
Lighting11%

Does the 2007 Audi Q7 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V818000Fuel SystemNovember 19, 2018 · 5,987 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.

Consequence

The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.

16V660000Fuel SystemSeptember 13, 2016 · 143,214 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.

07V334000Body & StructureAugust 1, 2007 · 23,898 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE FUNCTION. IF ONE OF THE STRUTS HAS A TOTAL LOSS OF PRESSURE, THE RESULTANT SLOW MOVEMENT OF THE REAR LID IS INTERPRETED BY THE SOFTWARE AS AN INTENDED MANUAL CLOSE AND THE MOTOR CLUTCH RELEASES TO CLOSE THE REAR LID IMMEDIATELY.

Consequence

THIS CAN RESULT IN AN UNINTENDED RAPID CLOSING OF THE REAR LID WITH A RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“THERE SEEMS TO BE LEAKING FROM THE SUNROOF THAT LETS WATER INTO THE AMP. THE LEAK GOES INTO THE AMP AND CAUSES THE BATTERY TO DRAIN WHEN SITTING. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN KNOWN BY AUDI FOR A WHILE AND HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING TO RECALL THESE VEHICLES AND FIX THE ISSUE. THE AVERAGE COST TO MAKE THE AMP AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 15, 2017

“The vehicle is leaking fuel like it did before the recall in 2016. Fuel puddle under car after sitting for 3 minutes huge safety problem. The recall was done 9 years after the car was sold and it’s been 9 years since the recall was done and the problem came back, meaning it was never actually…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · December 3, 2025

“"TAKATA RECALL" ON MY REGULAR DAILY ROUTINE, I TRIED TO TURN ON MY CAR THAT IT WAS PARKED ON MY DRIVEWAY. I TRIED TURNING MY CAR ON WHEN I HEARD A BIG POP SOUND, AFTER THAT BIG POP SOUND A CLOUD OF SMOKE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR. WHEN I OPEN THE HOOD OF THE CAR I SAW THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD OF…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 23, 2017

“THE 2007 AUDI WAS HIT ON A HIGH SPEED COLLISION AFTER OTHER VEHICLE RAN A RED LIGHT AND NO AIR BAGS WHERE DEPLOID BY THE AUDI Q7 AFTER MASSIVE FRONT AND SIDE COLLISION FROM OTHER VEHICLE AT 50 MPH . NOT VERY HAPPY OF THE SAFETY PROBLEM THAT THIS LUXURY 2007 AUDI Q7 VEHICLE HAS BY NOT DEPLOYING THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 28, 2012 · crash

“TURNED ON THE CAR AND WITHIN A FEW MINUTES SMOKE FILLED UP THE WHOLE CAR. THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE REAR WIPER FROM THE INSIDE. SEEMS TO BE COMING FROM THE WIPER MOTOR BUT CAN'T TELL UNTIL I TAKE THE PLASTIC COVER OFF. STARTED SMOKING IMMEDIATELY EVERY TIME I TURNED THE CAR ON, TESTED IT A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · March 20, 2020 · fire

2007 Audi Q7 — common questions

Is the 2007 Audi Q7 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 134 complaints put the 2007 model at #3 of 20 Q7 years. It is one of the Q7 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Q7 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (39 complaints), fuel system (30 complaints), engine (19 complaints).

Does the 2007 Audi Q7 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Audi Q7. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Audi Q7 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Q7 years to avoid are 2017, 2018, 2007, 2021, 2019. The cleanest record among Q7 years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.