2012 Audi Q7 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Audi Q7. The most-reported areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (11), Engine (8), Steering (4).
Key takeaways
- 29 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 1 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 0 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | 38% |
| Engine | 8 | 28% |
| Steering | 4 | 14% |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 10% |
| Power Train | 3 | 10% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 | 10% |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 7% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 7% |
| Suspension | 1 | 3% |
| Fuel System | 1 | 3% |
| Gasoline | 1 | 3% |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 3% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Audi Q7 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Steering,suspension,service Brakes - filed 2026-01-18
On or December 5th, 2025 (4 days after taking possession of the vehicle, I experienced a sudden and severe steering system failure while driving. When turning the steering wheel (even slightly), the vehicle produced a loud buzzing/grinding noise and the steering effort increased significantly, creating an immediate saf...
Fuel System, Gasoline - filed 2025-03-04
The contact owns a 2012 Audi Q7. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal odor inside the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel pump and the fuel system were f...
Engine,fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2025-03-04
There have been continuous indicators by way of the check engine light repeatedly appearing on my vehicle's dash for a number of years. A different determination was always discovered each time I took my vehicle to the only Audi Certified Dealership in my area. Most recently, I have been told that my vehicle now requ...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.