The Verdict
Worst problem area
Suspension, Wheels & Tires
Suspension, Wheels & Tires leads by volume: 13 of 63 complaints (21%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Steering include more crash reports (3) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 144 in 2018 to 63 in 2019.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 63
- Recall campaigns
- 4
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $3,700
- Combined MPG
- 21
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | vs. 2019 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,500–3,700 | 3,700 | 3,700 | 3,700–4,300 | 3,700–3,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 21–22 | 21 | 21 | 18–21 | 20–21 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19–20 / 25 | 19 / 25 | 19 / 25 | 17–19 / 21–23 | 18–19 / 23 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 406–419 | 415–419 | 415–419 | 425–479 | 425–453 | |
| Complaints filed | 323 | 144 | 63 | 29 | 75 | |
| Recalls issued | 7 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 9 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 7 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 10 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 5 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Q7 have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Audi Q7?
Suspension, Wheels & Tires: 13 of 63 NHTSA complaints (21%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Audi Q7 get?
EPA rates it 21 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Audi Q7?
EPA estimates $3,700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 419 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 4 | 2.0L | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | $3,700 | 415 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
STEERING
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AJ.
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
- Defect
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
- Consequence
- Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.