2013 Audi Q7 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi Q7. The most-reported areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (14), Engine (11), Visibility/Wiper (7).
Key takeaways
- 44 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 3 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 60 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 14 | 32% |
| Engine | 11 | 25% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | 16% |
| Power Train | 4 | 9% |
| Electrical System | 3 | 7% |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 7% |
| Fuel System | 2 | 5% |
| Gasoline | 2 | 5% |
| Steering | 2 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5% |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 5% |
| Air Bags | 2 | 5% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Parts for the 2013 Audi Q7
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Audi Q7 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-10-21
The initial recall (17V298) was performed in 2017 and then the problem reoccurred in 2026 (cracked fuel flange) making it dangerous to drive. This was subsequently fixed at an Audi dealership and they have refused to cover it. Under terms of the recall, it states that this should not be charged to the customer howeve...
Fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-09-22
About 3 weeks ago I started to slightly smell gas around my car. As I drove it the smell started getting worse and I noticed what looks like a gas leak leaking from under the drivers side back door area under my car. So I took it to Meadlins Auto Care to be diagnosed and they said that the lower intank fuel pump needs ...
Fuel System, Gasoline - filed 2026-09-22
The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q7. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor inside the vehicle that became stronger over time. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic and was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle w...
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More for the 2013 Audi Q7
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.