Problems · NHTSA complaints
2014 Audi Q7 problems
Owners filed 46 complaints about the 2014 Audi Q7 with NHTSA between Jan 2014 and Oct 2026. The most-cited component is fuel/propulsion system (12).
Complaints
46
Filed with NHTSA
Crashes
3
Reported by owners
Fires
0
Reported by owners
Injuries
2
People reported injured
Deaths
0
Reported to NHTSA
Complaints by component
One complaint can cite several components
- Fuel/propulsion system12
- Engine10
- Electrical system7
- Fuel system, gasoline6
- Vehicle speed control5
- Power train4
- Air bags3
- Suspension3
- Visibility/wiper3
- Steering2
- Service brakes1
- Engine and engine cooling1
- Tires1
- Forward collision avoidance1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
When complaints were filed
Does it get worse with age? Complaints per calendar year filed
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| Model year | Complaints filed per calendar year |
|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Mileage at failure isn’t a structured field in NHTSA complaint data, so we don’t chart it. Some owners mention it in their reports below.
Top problems in owners’ words
Verbatim from NHTSA complaints, newest first
Fuel/propulsion system
12 reports
“My car began leaking large amounts of fuel. Recall 20Z8 but Audi said my car wasn't eligible? Also upon starting the car driving the first few second the abs engages and slow down for around 20-30 seconds every time”
Engine
10 reports
“I am experiencing a severe oil leak between the engine and gearbox of my Audi Q7. This issue poses a safety risk due to potential engine malfunctions and accidents. Many Hello My name is [XXX] , owner of 2014 Q7 tdi. I am writing to bring to your attention a prevalent issue that has been reported by numerous Audi Q7 TDI vehicle owners, including myself. It has come to my attention, through various online forums such as AudiForum, that a significant number of Q7 TDI owners are experiencing oil leaks between the engine and gearbox. This issue poses a safety risk due to potential engine malfunctions and accidents. Many other Q7 owners have reported similar problems, and Audi America is aware of the issue. Warning signs appear when oil levels are low, indicating the need for constant oil replenishment. The component in question is available for inspection upon request. This issue not only poses a potential safety risk but also has the potential to cause significant damage to the vehicle's engine and drivetrain components. As a concerned owner, I believe it is imperative for Audi to address this issue promptly and comprehensively. Therefore, I am formally requesting…”
Electrical system
7 reports
“Flooding due to improper cleaning of ac valve blockage. I took the car to the dealership due to water leakage in the floorboards. They said they fixed the issue but after within a few weeks the water leakage kept pouring now due to that the water leakage has exceeded its point to which it has now put it self into the electronica areas of the car. Now the car will no longer run and it shows multiple issues with the check engine light constantly on consistent water leakage now there’s mold and water leakage in the electronica area and it’s preventing me from using my car my car is no longer able to drive and I feel it’s due to the consistency of them not being able to control the water leak damage the car has caused”
Fuel system, gasoline
6 reports1 related recall
“The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while attempting to trade the vehicle at a dealer, the team observed an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. While inspecting the vehicle, there was fuel dripping down the side of the fuel tank into a puddle underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.”
Vehicle speed control
5 reports1 crash
“CAR SELF ACCELERATED WHILE PARKING INTO A SPACE. IT IS A TDI VERSION WHICH HAD BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR A RECALL MODIFICATION TO COMPUTER THAT SAME WEEK. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT A UNDER 5 MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO A VERY HIGH RPM, JUMPED A CURB AND STRUCK A POLE. 4 PEOPLE EXPERIENCED THE RPM INCREASES (TOW TRUCK DRIVER, AUDI DEALER REP, MY WIFE AND I.”
Power train
4 reports
“We have a 2014 Audi Q7 with 60K mileage that we serviced and maintained by Hoffman Audi all the time. On December 27th, while on the freeway, the engine was shut down without any prior alert, with a lot of smoke and oil leakage. With our minimal knowledge, it appears the gasket was frozen, causing the coolant to leak into the engine's unwanted part and damage it completely. This is a manufacturing and poor-quality Audi product that could have risked the life of the passengers on board. We filed a complaint to Audi USA with no response, and insurance declined. We need your kind attention to help us in finding a way to fix the issue as why did Hoffman service center never figure out the issue, if there was one, and why did Audi not give any alert before such a disaster took place that will cost us >24K to fix a $35K car.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.