Recall Radar

2018 Audi Q7 recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi Q7. The most recent was reported on October 27, 2020.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
October 27, 202020V-658Structure: body, roof and pillars94,144
March 16, 202020V-149Steering229
January 16, 201919V-035Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail74,881

Recall details

Structure: body, roof and pillars

October 27, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 20V-658

What is wrong: 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.

Risk: In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: 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.

Steering

March 16, 2020 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 20V-149

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.

Risk: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system, fuel rail

January 16, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-035

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.

The fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

Other model years of the Audi Q7

All Audi Q7 recalls · All Audi recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Audi Q7 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi Q7, the most recent reported on October 27, 2020. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2018 Audi Q7?

Structure (1), Steering (1), Fuel system, gasoline (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 3 of the 3 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.