- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2014 Audi A7 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 11 complaints about the 2014 Audi A7 with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (5) and the acceleration & cruise control (2). Those complaints describe 2 injuries. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in June 2018 for the occupant classification. For comparison, the 2013 has 19 and the 2015 has 5.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical A7 year, for its age
#236 most complained-about 2014 vehicle
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2014 Audi A7 problems
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2014 Audi A7 recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
What owners say
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11 complaints about the 2014 Audi A7
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Below is the system failed/malfunction. Speedometer reads inaccurate reading while driving. Steering column is off alignment, potentially at risk of accidental collision. Control Units: 29 Fault count: 33 Control Units: 09 Central Electrics System description: BCM1 2.0 Software number: 4H0907063CG Software version: 0130 Hardware number: 4H0907063 Hardware version: H12 Faults: U011500 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "B" static Priority - 2 Malfunction frequency counter - 1 Unlearning counter - 208 km-Mileage...
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- 216932 km Voltage terminal 30 - 14.1 V Voltage terminal 15 - 14.1 V Control module temperature - 36 °C System status - Terminal 15 on Terminal 15 status - On Terminal 15 status via CAN - On IN ZAS Kl X - On Engine running - On IN ESP Stillstandsflag - standstill detected Datenfeld - 0 date - 2025-04-10 21:36:10
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
Driving on the freeway and all of a sudden steering wheel stops working gets so stiff the electrical steering wheel colum componet stops working.Just about crashed. Thank goodness no one in freeway. Tps lights goes on. Payed all the diagnoises and says weeks to order the part. Says don't drive. Red warning light. Did 3 diagnosis and its the cpu componet that controls the dashboard and flip screen rear tail that should raise at 75 I believe you have to click the button to activate if the car lets you. No screen on...
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flip screen went out when driving with gps on in the middle of a storm. The traction on the car is off . Audi says 8,000 dollars for the steering wheel componet they say very hard and expensive to fix.
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.
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.
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.
Tl* the contact's husband owns a 2014 audi a7. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, she smelled a gas odor coming from the vehicle. The contact then stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle stalled as she noticed that there was no gasoline in the vehicle, despite having a full tank of gas prior to the stall. The contact was uncertain if there were any warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who informed her that the gas line...
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fractured and sprayed fuel onto the exhaust manifold. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to nhtsa campaign number: 17v781000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, audi muskegon (1860 e sternberg rd #7, muskegon, mi 49444) and audi pensacola (6303 pensacola blvd, pensacola, fl 32505) confirmed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
The vehicle collapsed while using the vehicle jack to raise the car to remove the front driver's side wheel. The jack was inserted into the plastic jack saddle located in the driver's side rocker panel. The vehicle was raised approximately 4 inches, the wheel was removed, and the jack saddle broke and dislodged from the vehicle causing the vehicle to suddenly and abruptly fall to the ground. The driver's side rocker panel, front fender, door, and front stabilizers were damaged. Additionally, I could have been...
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crushed had I been under the vehicle at the time. The vehicle was stationary in a controlled environment inside a finished residential garage with a flat concrete floor. The incident was reported to audi of pensacola and audi of america for review. Neither accepted any responsibility for the malfunction or defective product and advised me to simply report it to my insurance company for repair reimbursement.
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.
When I drive, the car's gps always say "wrong direction". Actually it is not wrong direction! It is very unsafe!
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
Audi A7: every year compared
All A7 years2014 Audi A7 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Audi A7 | 11 | 2 | C | |
| 2014 Audi Q5 | 106 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2014 Audi Q5 Hev | 95 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2014 Audi A4 | 76 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2014 Audi Q7 | 48 | 2 | F | Compare |
| 2014 Audi A6 | 41 | 4 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Audi A5 | 29 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2014 Audi A8L | 18 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2014 Audi A8 | 18 | 5 | F | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2014 Audi A7
Does the 2014 Audi A7 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Audi A7: occupant classification (June 2018); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (December 2017). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi A7?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (5), acceleration & cruise control (2), steering (2).
How many complaints has the 2014 Audi A7 had?
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on August 25, 2014 and the latest on June 1, 2025. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 2 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2014 Audi A7 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 49 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Audi A7 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Audi A7 years have the most complaints?
2019 (43), 2012 (30), 2013 (19). See every Audi A7 year compared.
What should I do if my 2014 Audi A7 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data