Model year
2012 Audi Q7
NHTSA lists 4 recalls and 29 complaints for the 2012 Audi Q7 (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (11), ENGINE (8), STEERING (4). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 18–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $4,550–$4,800, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2007 95 complaints
- 2008 33 complaints
- 2009 21 complaints
- 2010 29 complaints
- 2011 23 complaints
- 2012 29 complaints
- 2013 44 complaints
- 2014 46 complaints
- 2015 45 complaints
- 2017 320 complaints
- 2018 144 complaints
- 2019 63 complaints
- 2020 28 complaints
- 2021 75 complaints
- 2022 20 complaints
- 2023 16 complaints
- 2024 2 complaints
- 2025 17 complaints
- 2026 2 complaints
Recalls
23V086000 · Feb 15, 2023
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS; TIRES
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…
18V818000 · Nov 19, 2018
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange,…
16V660000 · Sep 13, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
15V019000 · Jan 20, 2015
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Complaints
29 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 1, fire flag on 0, injury field 0, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| EA11003 | High-Pressure Fuel Pump Failure · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | Feb 7, 2011 | Mar 27, 2015 |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 4 · possibility 0.185 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q7 · 3L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Diesel · Diesel | 17 | 24 | 20 | — | — | $4,800 |
| Q7 · 3L · Automatic (S8) · All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $4,550 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2012 Audi Q7 at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.