Recalls (5)
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2020 Audi Q7. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Heating Element May Overheat On Front Camera
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.
- Consequence
- An overheated heating element can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the control software and replace the heater element for the front camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90N7.
Fuel Pump May Fail
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.
- Consequence
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.
Incorrect Air Bag Module Parameters/FMVSS 208
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence
- During a crash necessitating the deployment of the passenger air bag, the second stage may deploy too quickly when a child is in the front passenger seat, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began March 5, 2021. Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.
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.
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Owner complaints (28)
28 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 10 | 35.7% |
| Engine | 7 | 25% |
| Power train | 3 | 10.7% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 10.7% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 10.7% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 7.1% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 7.1% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 3.6% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 3.6% |
How 2020 compares with other Q7 years
Best and worst Q7 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2025 | 16 | 2 |
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.
Fuel economy: up to 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,900
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 21 | $3,900 | 425 |
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 21 / 18 | $4,550 | 479 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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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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2020 Audi Q7 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2020 Audi Q7 have?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns: 25V900000 (rear camera), 23V212000 (rear camera), 22V516000 (fuel pump), 21V078000 (air bag), 20V658000 (structure). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2020 Audi Q7 problems?
Owners filed 28 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (10), Engine (7), Power train (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2020 Audi Q7 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 23 highway and 21 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2020 Q7 compare with other years?
Among the 2016–2021 Audi Q7 model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2017 the most (319). The 2020 drew 28. 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.