2014 Audi A7: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 11 owner complaints on record; most reports concern fuel/propulsion system; the 2015 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Recently just purchased car at 64000 miles. 10 days after purchase, while driving on residential streets, noticed fuel odor, then vehicle shutting down. Unable to start, would crank but not start. Had to get towed. Next day added a gallon of gas, was able to start car, but immediately seen fuel spraying and leaking in engine, possibly from injectors, vacuum. Haven't gotten repaired yet as I am trying to either have dealership fix issues or Audi due to known issues/recall. Hoping to receive some resolution to start repairs”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Mar 2025
“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A7. The contact stated while driving 71-72 MPH, he heard a gunshot like sound and noticed that the sunroof had exploded. The contact stated that shattered pieces of the sunroof glass panel fell onto his lap as the shade guard was partially open. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that he would be charged a repair fee. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 117,235.”Owner report · Visibility · Feb 2023
“The cars fuel sender has an issue. The gas gauge shows that the tank is half full and it doesn't move. The car thinks it's out of gas and just stops. It's happened three times in the last month.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Aug 2022
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“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A7. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer for routine maintenance and was informed that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000.”Owner report · Engine · Jun 2022
“Both exhaust pipes protrudes out and very hot after parked/engine off. If person leans slightly in to unload articles from trunk, passengers needs to be aware pipes sticks out and can cause skin burns to lower extremity.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jun 2018
“I was driving about 45 mph when my car came to a complete stall in the middle of a busy intersection. It was as if it abruptly ran out of gas. The diagnosis is that there was metal in the fuel system, which has to be completely replaced. I have researched the same problem, which has occurred with the tdi engine in the volkswagen jetta, passat and audi 3. *tr”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Jul 2014
When filing, owners marked a crash in 0 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 5, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-888-237-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AR.
How other years compare
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Is the 2014 Audi A7 reliable?
NHTSA has 11 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2014 Audi A7. The most complained-about area is fuel/propulsion system.
Does the 2014 Audi A7 have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags:sensor:occupant classification. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.