Recalls (4)
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2019 Audi Q7. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Head Injury from C-Pillar Impact in a Crash
- Summary
- 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.
Possible Loss of Steering Control
- Summary
- 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.
Side Curtain Air bags May Not Inflate Properly
- Summary
- 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.
Shock Absorber Forks May Develop Cracks
- Summary
- 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.
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Owner complaints (62)
62 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The steering is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 62 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | 16.1% |
| Suspension | 10 | 16.1% |
| Electrical system | 9 | 14.5% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 12.9% |
| Engine | 6 | 9.7% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 5 | 8.1% |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 8.1% |
| Power train | 4 | 6.5% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 6.5% |
| Electronic stability control | 3 | 4.8% |
How 2019 compares with other Q7 years
Best and worst Q7 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 44 | 2 |
| 2016 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 | 319 | 7 |
| 2018 | 143 | 3 |
| 2019 | 62 | 4 |
| 2020 | 28 | 5 |
| 2021 | 75 | 9 |
| 2022 | 20 | 3 |
| 2023 | 16 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2019 Audi Q7 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 419 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 419 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,900 | 415 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2019 Q7 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2019 Audi Q7 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Q7 have?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns: 20V658000 (structure), 20V149000 (steering), 20V093000 (air bag), 19V114000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2019 Audi Q7 problems?
Owners filed 62 complaints with NHTSA. Steering (10), Suspension (10), Electrical system (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2019 Audi Q7 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2019 Audi Q7 get?
NHTSA rated the 2019 Audi Q7 suv awd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.7% rollover risk).
How does the 2019 Q7 compare with other years?
Among the 2015–2021 Audi Q7 model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2017 the most (319). The 2019 drew 62. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.