Audi A7 recalls

24 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 3, 2026.

This list covers the model as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

Latest recalls

26V125000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Lane Departure recallDue to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.Driver assistanceFree software update1,620unitsMar 425V900000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallPlease see the recall report for a complete list of models.Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update357KunitsDec 202525V201000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallDue to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.ElectricalFree software update44KunitsMar 202524V898000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe high-voltage battery may overheat.ElectricalFree software update4,616unitsNov 202423V842000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallWhen using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the…ElectricalFree repair93KunitsDec 202323V601000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallAn incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement7,499unitsAug 202322V861000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallLiquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.ElectricalFree repair51KunitsNov 202222V806000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview…Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement6,076unitsOct 202222V742000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallDue to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed…Camera, lights & visibilityFree software update170KunitsOct 202222V155000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.ElectricalFree repair47KunitsMar 202222V034000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.Steering & suspensionFree replacement31KunitsJan 202221V606000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Seat Belts recallThe rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing…Seats & beltsFree replacement45KunitsAug 202121V295000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Suspension recallThe lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.Steering & suspensionFree replacement41KunitsApr 202121V159000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.Air bagsFree repair3,421unitsMar 202120V274000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe passenger air bag may not properly deploy through the instrument panel tear seam.Air bagsFree replacement153unitsMay 202019V035000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.Fuel systemFree replacement75KunitsJan 201918V862000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallThe auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater…ElectricalFree repair845unitsDec 201818V370000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallStress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS)…Air bagsFree repair139KunitsJun 201817V781000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement49KunitsDec 201717V293000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallThe affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.Air bagsFree replacement18KunitsMay 201716V955000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallAdditionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt…Air bagsFree replacement5,947unitsDec 201616V646000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallThe affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.Fuel systemFree replacement28KunitsSep 201615V823000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallIn vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), used to enable the front passenger air…Air bagsFree repair21KunitsDec 201515V019000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Fuel System, Gasoline recallIn the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.Fuel systemFree replacement26KunitsJan 2015