Research · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2019 Audi Q7Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls and 63 owner complaints for the 2019 Audi Q7. Most complaints involve steering (10) and suspension (10). The EPA rates it 21 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

Combined MPG
21mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
4campaigns
Latest Oct 2020
Owner complaints
63
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

4 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Structure: roof and pillars

Free remedy

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.

StructureReported Oct 27, 2020NHTSA 20V658000

Steering

Free remedy

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.

SteeringReported Mar 16, 2020NHTSA 20V149000

Air bags: side

Free remedy

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.

Air bagsReported Feb 19, 2020NHTSA 20V093000
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

63 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2019 – Oct 2026
  1. Steering10
  2. Suspension10
  3. Electrical system9
  4. Fuel/propulsion system8
  5. Engine6
  6. Forward collision avoidance5
  7. Exterior lighting4
  8. Service brakes4
  9. Power train4

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Q7 model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
200795
200833
200921
201029
201123
201229
201344
201446
201546
2017323
2018144
201963
202029
202176
202517
20262
Crashes reported
5
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

10 reports3 crashes
“Driving down the road at 50 mph and warning light came on stating "Steering Malfunction" and lost all steering capacity and had difficultly safely exiting the traveled road to safe location. No steering and avoiding a rear collision due to unexpected breaking to handle car.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jun 2, 2025SteeringODI 11664388

Suspension

10 reports
“Both rear coil springs broke. Was not obvious when I was backing up. I heard a bang. I thought I hit something, but in fact I didn’t. I never knew what was wrong. The dealer reported that both rear springs were broken. He said it was a safety problem to keep it that way. The Audi dealer said it was a safety problem I think you should believe him. It is a safety problem. The car drove but I had to replace the springs cost thousands of dollars. Videos of spring at. [XXX] There was no crash. There was no heavy use. The spring simply broke the first one broke I believe at 55,000 miles and the second one at 76,000 miles. Everybody on the Internet seems to be having broken springs on Audi Q7 and Q5 models. And when they break, they’re no longer supported mechanic , as you can see from the photographs. One spring is supported in one way on the edge of the retain cup and one spring is pressing against some other component. It’s dangerous.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Dec 2, 2024SuspensionODI 11628303

Electrical system

9 reports1 crash
“The starter in my Audi Q7 2019 failed and the car would not start. I was parked in my garage and manually had to put the car in neutral using the tool provided in the trunk and push the car out of the garage until a flatbed tow truck was able to take my car to the shop. If this happened elsewhere, I could have been stranded without the ability to start my car. My car was towed to a certified shop where they confirmed the failure and made the repair by installing a new starter.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Jan 17, 2026Electrical systemODI 11711657
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 30, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl supercharged · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (S8)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Q7
Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive
192521$3,800419
Q7
Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
192521$3,800415
  • Q7
    Auto (S8), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg
    19 city · 25 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • Q7
    Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo
    19 city · 25 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 30, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Audi Q7 SUV AWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
15.7%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 30, 2026Vehicle 13715
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2019 Q7 questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Q7 have?

4 safety recalls as of Oct 30, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2019 Audi Q7 problems?

Owners filed 63 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (10), suspension (10), electrical system (9). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2019 Audi Q7 get?

The EPA rates the 2019 Audi Q7 at 21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

How safe is the 2019 Audi Q7?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Audi Q7 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 30, 2026