Every 2023 Audi Q7 recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V900000
Dec 19, 2025Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Full recall details for 25V900000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 24V251000
Mar 4, 2024Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
- Risk
- A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Full recall details for 24V251000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 23V868000
Dec 20, 2023Air Bags:Side/Window
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Risk
- An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
Full recall details for 23V868000 →
2023 Audi Q7 complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Audi Q7, reporting 1 injuries. Audi has issued at least 1,047 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Electrical System3
- Forward Collision Avoidance3
- Seats3
- Service Brakes3
- Engine2
- Power Train2
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (392)
- Unknown Or Other (156)
- Equipment (136)
- Structure (106)
- Engine (56)
- Suspension (52)
Read Audi Q7 owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Audi Q7. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reported
“The front moonroof exploded while I was driving on the highway. There was heavy traffic so I was not traveling at a high speed. There was no debris that hit the roof. Without warning, It shattered and the falling glass cut my hand.”
2023 AUDI Q7May 9, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11521159
“Audi Rumble is present on this vehicle, Audi disregards it even after visiting the dealer many times over the issue. Center diff is what is causing it. No issue up to 30k miles, then the rumble started. I am afraid of the drivetrain breaking and locking up during driving which could be catastrophic.”
2023 AUDI Q7Nov 4, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11697332
“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.”
2023 AUDI Q7Apr 29, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11657439
“Sensors go off that I will hit something when not there Remote batteries have dies three times in two years Car won't start Bluetooth doesn't connect Trunk liftgate doesn't work Volume turns off.”
2023 AUDI Q7Mar 4, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11646157
“Door latched locked and won't open. In case of an emergency door would be unable to open. Certainly causing a dangerous situation.”
2023 AUDI Q7Jan 13, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11635629
Check your Q7 by VIN
Not every 2023 Audi Q7 is in every recall. Enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact vehicle, then confirm which are still open at NHTSA.gov or with any Audi dealer.
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