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Common Audi Rs7 problems
Based on the information provided in the sources, here are some common problems reported by Audi RS7 owners:
- Suspension Issues: Some owners have faced suspension problems with their RS7, such as the front of the car dropping significantly after sitting for a period, indicating suspension issues. These issues can lead to a need for evaluation and repair by a dealership.
- 48V System Problems: Another common complaint involves problems with the 48V system in the 2021 RS7 models. Owners have reported issues with this system, leading to extended wait times for parts and repairs at dealerships.
These problems highlight some of the key issues that Audi RS7 owners may encounter, ranging from mechanical to electrical issues. Regular maintenance and prompt attention to any warning signs can help mitigate these challenges and ensure the longevity of the vehicle.
Is an Audi RS7 reliable?
The Audi RS7 is a high-performance luxury car, and its reliability can vary based on several factors. It's important to note that reliability can be subjective, and experiences may vary among different owners.
What is the problem with the Audi RS7?
One of the most frequently reported issues among Audi RS7 owners is related to the car's electronic systems and technology features. Some owners have experienced malfunctions with the infotainment system, navigation system, or driver assistance features such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist.
What is the Audi RS7 engine failure?
Vehicles Recalled
Audi RS7 sedans manufactured between July 25, 2013, and March 30, 2017. The problem: An oil strainer with a mesh filter that's too narrow could get blocked with oil and/or carbon deposits. If this happens, oil might not reach the turbocharger, and it could fail.
Is it worth buying an Audi RS7?
The RS7 is supremely comfortable and even extra-practical thanks to its hatchback body style. But while the RS7's swiftness puts it in league with such mega-sedans as the BMW M5 Competition and Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing the experience behind the wheel is less visceral than in the big Bimmer or killer Caddy.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Audi Rs7 years
We have researched Audi problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Audi Rs7 cars and compiled the top 4 most problematic Audi Rs7 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Audi Rs7 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Audi Rs7 years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Audi Rs7 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Audi Rs7 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Engine problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Visibility/wiper problems
- Electrical system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Audi Rs7 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 13 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Audi Rs7 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Audi Rs7 vehicles.
List of Audi Rs7 complaints
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-01
- Date Complaint: 2022-10-27
- VIN: Wuawrafc0gn
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: The front driver and passenger windows started delaminating. Rear side glass is fine. Audi of Van Nuys took pictures. Audi paid for the glass but charged me $1100 for labor.
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-01
- Date Complaint: 2021-09-19
- VIN: WUAW2AFC3GN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: turbo failure
Audi Rs7 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-03
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-20
- VIN: WUAW2AFC6FN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WE WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND THE VEHICLE SEEMED TO BE RUNNING FINE. AFTER GETTING OFF OF THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, WE APPROACHED AN INTERSECTION TO TURN LEFT. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN THE CORNER AND THE VEHICLE STALLED IN AN INTERSECTION WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER 5 MINUTES OF TRYING TO START THE VEHICLE AND GET OTHER VEHICLES TO GO AROUND, I WAS ABLE TO LIMP THE VEHICLE OVER INTO A PARKING LOT. WE GOT THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS LATER TOLD BOTH TURBO CHARGERS HAD FAILED.
Audi Rs7 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-11
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-09
- VIN: WUAW2AFC8FN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLED IN TRAFFIC, RANDOMLY, WITH NO OTHER WARNING SIGNS. SUBSEQUENT ATTEMPTS TO RE-START THE CAR FAILED. CAR NEEDED TO BE PUSHED OUT OF TRAFFIC AND TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A TURBOCHARGER FAILURE IN ONE BANK (DRIVER'S SIDE) THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BUT WAS ADVISED THAT THERE WAS A TSB FOR THIS ISSUE FROM AUDI AS A RESULT OF A CLOGGED OIL SCREEN THAT LED TO OIL STARVATION AND EVENTUAL CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY.
Audi Rs7 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-09
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-05
- VIN: WUAW2AFC3EN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I CONTACTED MULTIPLE AUDI DEALERSHIPS REGARDING CONCERNS ABOUT MY CAR CONSUMING LARGE QUANTITIES OF OIL IN-BETWEEN OIL CHANGES AND THAT THE OIL CAP HAD AN INCREASED AMOUNT OF SUCTION WHICH MY AUDI CERTIFIED MECHANIC SAID WAS AN INDICATION OF THE PCV VALVE FAILING. I ASKED THEM TO LOOK AT REPLACING THE PCV VALVE BEFORE IT WENT BAD AND RISKED TAKING OUT MY TURBOS AND ENGINE, WHICH HAPPENED TO A PREVIOUS AUDI S7 I OWNED, AND THEY SAID THEY WOULDN'T LOOK AT IT AGAIN UNLESS IT WAS MAKING A WHISTLING SOUND. AUDI KNOWS THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS PART. INSTEAD OF FIXING THE ISSUE TO PREVENT BIGGER PROBLEMS FROM HAPPENING, THEY ARE MAKING THE CONSUMER ROLL THE DICE AND HOPE THEIR CARS DON'T BLOW UP. I PAID MONEY OUT OF MY OWN POCKET TO FIX THIS BEFORE BIGGER PROBLEMS OCCUR. AUDI SHOULD BE COVERING THESE COSTS.
Audi Rs7 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-01
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-03
- VIN: WUAW2BFC6EN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE SUFFERED SERIOUS MECHANICAL DAMAGE AFTER EXPERIENCING A CLOGGED TURBO SCREEN. THIS REQUIRED BOTH TURBOS TO DO BE REPLACED ALONG WITH THE NEW SCREEN FOR THE TURBO LUBRICATION SYSTEM, AS WELL AS THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW PCV UNIT. THIS REMAINS A MAJOR FAULT IN THESE ENGINES. CONTINUED OIL CHANGES AT THE RECOMMENDED MANUFACTURER INTERVAL WILL WORSEN AND INCREASE THE LIKELIHOOD OF THIS FAULT. HOW DO YOU RECOMMEND OIL CHANGES AT 10,000 MILE INTERVALS. REDUCING THE OIL CHANGE INTERVAL TO 5000 MILES INCREASES THE RELIABILITY AND SUSCEPTIBILITY TO OIL SCREEN CLOGGING. THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN VARIED BETWEEN STANDARD CITY DRIVING AND HIGHWAY DRIVING. THE OIL CHANGES WERE CONDUCTED AND STANDARD MAINTENANCE WAS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURE RECOMMENDATIONS. WHEN HIS FAULT IS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO START AND FEELS TO RUN. EARLY DIAGNOSIS PREVENTS CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE.
Audi Rs7 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2020-12-08
- Date Complaint: 2021-04-03
- VIN: WUAW2BFC1EN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAD TO REMOVE THE RESTRICTIVE TURBO OIL SCREEN TO PREVENT THE COMMON FAILURE OF LOSING OIL FLOW TO THE TURBOS RESULTING IN CATASTROPHIC FAILURE THAT COULD RUIN THE ENTIRE ENGINE.
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-04
- Date Complaint: 2020-11-16
- VIN: WUAWGAFC8GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: AS I WOULD COME DRIVE ON THE CITY ROADS AND COME TO SLOW DOWN TO A STOP OR MAKE A SIGNAL TURN THE AUTO STOP WOULD COME ON BEFORE MAKING A COMPLETE STOP AND SHUTS THE CAR OFF WHILE STILL IN MOTION. CAUSING THE WHEEL TO LOCK AND I WOULD HAVE TO STOP THE CAR PUT IT IN PARK AND PUSH THE START/STOP BUTTON TO ACTIVATE THE VEHICLE AGAIN.
Audi Rs7 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-06
- Date Complaint: 2020-08-09
- VIN: WUAW2AFC0EN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TURBOS OIL SCREEN CLOGGED CAUSING THE TURBOS TO STARVE OF OIL, IN TURN CAUSING THEM TO FAIL, CAR SHUT OFF AT A STOP SIGN AND WOULD NOT MOVE
Audi Rs7 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-13
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-09
- VIN: WUAW2AFCXEN
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: BOTH TURBOS BECAME STARVED OF OIL AND DISINTEGRATED. ACCORDING TO SERVICE PERSONNEL, THE CAUSE WAS DUE TO A CLOGGED OIL SCREEN FILTERING OIL TO THE TURBOS. THE CAR HAD BEEN SERVICED REGULARLY AND PRECISELY PER AUDI FACTORY SCHEDULE. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN IT LOST POWER AND STALLED WHILE TURNING ACROSS ONCOMING TRAFFIC FROM US 202 SOUTH. NO COLLISION OCCURRED. THE CAR WAS ABLE TO BE RESTARTED AFTER TWO ATTEMPTS. THE FOLLOWING DAY THE CAR WAS FLATBEDDED TO AUDI WILLOW GROVE. BOTH TURBOS WERE REPLACED AS WELL AS A CHECK VALVE AND THE COMPLETELY CLOGGED OIL SCREEN WHICH WAS CHANGED TO A REVISED VERSION THAT APPARENTLY REDUCES THE CHANCE OF CLOGGING AND STARVING THE TURBOS OF OIL. THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON SAFETY ISSUE PER NUMEROUS REPORTS RELATED TO 4.0L TWIN TURBO ENGINES AFFECTING AUDI S7, RS7 AND S8 UNITS.
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-07
- Date Complaint: 2019-06-07
- VIN: WUAW2AFCXGN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: IT HASN'T HAPPENED YET, BUT MY CONCERN IS GROWING AS AUDI HAS FAILED TO ADDRESS THE ISSUE. PER AUDI TSB 2044640 AND BENTLEY TSB 20520851 VOLKSWAGON GROUP IS AWARE OF TURBOS FAILING ON THEIR 4.0T ENGINES. THE ISSUE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS THE OIL SCREEN RUNNING TO THE TURBOCHARGER'S (CLOGGING), AS WELL AS THE OIL SEPARATOR FAILING/CRACKING. I'M CONCERNED FOR MY OWN SAFETY AS I LIVE IN A STATE WITH SPEED LIMITS OF 80 MPH - IF MY TURBO BLOWS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND I HAVE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AT 80 MPH I DON'T KNOW HOW THE CAR IS GOING TO REACT. NOT ONLY THAT BUT A FAILED TURBO IMPELLER CAN BE FED BACK INTO THE ENGINE CAUSING PERMANENT ENGINE DAMAGE, AND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS COULD BE A DISASTER. AGAIN, MY FAILURE HASN'T HAPPENED YET BUT I'M CONCERNED FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF MY PASSENGERS.
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-11
- Date Complaint: 2018-08-29
- VIN: WUAW2AFC4GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI RS7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (AUDI MEMPHIS, 1825 COVINGTON PIKE, MEMPHIS, TN 38128, (888) 482-5202) WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE MANUFACTURER WOULD PROVIDE THE PART BEYOND A REASONABLE TIME FRAME. THERE WAS NO MENTION OF AN OPTION FOR A LOANER VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Audi Rs7 2016
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-09
- Date Complaint: 2017-04-04
- VIN: WUAW2AFC2GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: CPSC: 2016 AUDI RS7 QUATTRO - ISSUE WITH THE SEATBELTS IN THE REAR PASSENGER SEATS. THEY WOULD NOT PLUG INTO AND STAY FULLY CLICKED IN - THEY WOULD GO IN BUT NOT LOCK - HAD TO PUSH REALLY HARD HAD TO PUSH REALLY HARD AND THEY FINALLY LATCHED, BUT THEN COULDN'T GET IT TO RELEASE. THIS OCCURRED ON ALL OF THE SEATBELTS. UPDATED 04/14/2017*JS
Latest 5 recalls Audi Rs7
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 17 recalls for different components of the Audi Rs7.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Audi Rs7 2021
- Report Received Date: 2023-08-25
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, RS7, RS6 Avant, A6 Allroad, 2019-2021 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. An incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid.
- Consequence: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
- Model: Audi Rs7 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-11-21
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Audi S7, S6 Sedan, A6 Allroad, 2021-2022 RS7, RS6 Avant, 2019-2022 A7, and A6 Sedan vehicles. Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down.
- Consequence: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
- Model: Audi Rs7 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-10-05
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
- Model: Audi Rs7 2014
- Report Received Date: 2022-03-23
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- Consequence: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
- Model: Audi Rs7 2016
- Report Received Date: 2022-03-23
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- Consequence: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.
Latest positive Audi Rs7 car reviews
Are you having problems with your Audi Rs7?
Giovani Lesch 2024-07-19
Vehicle year: 2016
This car is so amazing that it motivates me to work harder, just so I can always have one. I always ask my RS7 for permission to drive it. If Jerry McGuire had an RS7, Renee Zellweger would still be a single mom.
Talon O'Reilly 2024-04-08
Vehicle year: 2016
I'm so glad to hear that you've had a great experience with your used car purchase! It's such an eye-catching vehicle with impressive performance for a sedan. I love that it's not too over-the-top and has a classy power to it. The build is solid and it's great to hear that you haven't had any issues with it. Sounds like you really love it!