- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and Part 567, "Certification."
- The risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50G5.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Audi Q7 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2013 Audi Q7 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in February 2023 for the labels.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Q7 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2013 Audi Q7 recalls 3
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 model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to 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 pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
- The problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, to November 29, 2012 and equipped with a 3.0L TDI engine. In the affected vehicles, a check valve in the engine may become contaminated with plastic debris and allow engine oil to leak into the brake booster.
- The risk
- If oil leaks into the brake booster, the brake booster diaphragm may rupture causing a loss of power braking assist, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace a vacuum line, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect the brake booster system for oil contamination and, if oil contamination is present, additional components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on September 24, 2014. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47L8.
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Audi Q7: every year compared
All Q7 years2013 Audi Q7 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Audi Q7 | 0 | 3 | A | |
| 2013 Acura RDX | 163 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Audi Q5 | 92 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 59 | 1 | D | Compare |
| 2013 Land Rover Range Rover | 54 | 6 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Porsche Cayenne | 40 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Acura MDX | 30 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 2013 BMW X3 | 0 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 2013 BMW X5 | 0 | 6 | B | 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 2013 Audi Q7
Does the 2013 Audi Q7 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2013 Audi Q7: labels (February 2023); fuel pump (May 2017); engine and engine cooling (August 2014). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2013 Audi Q7 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2013 Audi Q7 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 83 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Audi Q7 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 Q7 years have the most complaints?
2007 (95), 2014 (48), 2015 (46). See every Audi Q7 year compared.
What should I do if my 2013 Audi Q7 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