Engine
4.2L 8-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 95 of 95 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 65 of 95 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
34 complaint records
"WHEN IT RAIN THE MMI NAV SYSTEM SHUTS OFF AND NOW IT COMES ON THEN CUT BACK OFF, AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES /SHAKE WHEN DRIVEING ON HIGHWAY. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Fuel system
30 complaint records
"THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND WE TOOK THE CAR TO GET CHECKED OUT AND THEY SAID THAT THE FUEL PUMP IS NEEDING TO BE REPLACED..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
19 complaint records
"THE EXHAUST SYSTEM ACCUMULATES WATER AND WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW 32 DEGREES WATER WILL FREEZE AND CAR WILL NOT OPERATE. TWO GALLONS OF WATER WAS REMOVED FROM THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IN ORDER FOR THE CAR TO RUN. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V818000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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. | Normally free |
| 16V660000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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. | Normally free |
| 07V334000 | Structure | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AUTOMATIC REAR LID INCLUDES AN ELECTRIC MOTOR AND CLUTCH THAT WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH TWO GAS STRUTS TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR LID, INCLUDING A MANUAL CLOSE... | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016443 2016-09-09 | Fuel System | 20,109 | On certain vehicles, the fuel pump flange may develop fine cracks or fissures, which could result in a fuel leak. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an ignition source, could lead to a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. |
| 2007248 2007-07-24 | Other | 1,714 | On certain Audi A6 Avant and Q7, if one of the automatic rear lid struts has a total loss of pressure, the resultant slow movement of the rear lid is interpreted by the software as an intended manual close, and the motor clutch releases to... |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SM 39-2026 Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | |
| TSB_2082615_1 Jul 2026 | Power Train | This bulletin provides inormation when the ATF pipes leak; Q7 with 0C8 gearbox. | |
| A0023742052680_4 Oct 2023 | Equipment | This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries. | |
| DC_Alternator_6 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_4 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| DC_Alternator_5 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_3 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator_2 Jan 2023 | Equipment | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_Alternator Dec 2022 | Electrical System | Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order | |
| DC_RECALLS Dec 2022 | Equipment | SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES | |
| A572200202203210 Dec 2022 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system. | |
| A9122192067783_1 Aug 2022 | Electrical System | This bulletin provides information about obtaining a radio code using ODIS. | |
| DC_20220329 Mar 2022 | Equipment | Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy | |
| A1722172060750_3 Mar 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| A9122752024323_9 Feb 2022 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| A462226202258411 Jan 2022 | Service Brakes | This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions. | |
| A192228202530313 Jan 2022 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants. | |
| A192227202530312 Jan 2022 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants. | |
| A002155201173212 Dec 2021 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates. | |
| DC 20210928 Sep 2021 | Equipment | Dealer Communication - Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy Update - Effective September 30, 2021 | |
| A9121342018187_1 Sep 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker. | |
| A0021482021205_6 Jun 2021 | Structure | This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc. | |
| SM 48-2021 Jun 2021 | Electrical System | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided. | |
| A9121042024323_8 May 2021 | Electrical System | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| A0021442052680_3 May 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). | |
| A1021222018288_9 May 2021 | Equipment | This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine. | |
| A9021032058077_5 May 2021 | Service Brakes | This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions. | |
| ELSAallignAudi Apr 2021 | Electrical System | Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy. | |
| A4021242016453_4 Apr 2021 | Suspension | This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced. | |
| A5721752022032_9 Apr 2021 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system. | |
| A9121862062713_1 Mar 2021 | Equipment | This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active. | |
| A4621252054385_2 Feb 2021 | Equipment | This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill). | |
| A462123202258410 Feb 2021 | Service Brakes | This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions. | |
| A1721122060750_2 Feb 2021 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| A9121642024323_7 Jan 2021 | Parking Brake | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| SM C-2020 Dec 2020 | Equipment | This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only). | |
| A1720112060750_1 Oct 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks. | |
| 21AUTIRECHAINS Sep 2020 | Equipment | Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information | |
| Audi Part Labels Aug 2020 | Equipment | Recall Reminder Part Labels | |
| A1720062028440_5 Jul 2020 | Electrical System | This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. | |
| A1920042025303_1 Jun 2020 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants. | |
| A0020382039206_3 Jun 2020 | Equipment | This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB. | |
| A9120702044694_2 May 2020 | Equipment | This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database. | |
| A0020362002047_1 Apr 2020 | Equipment | This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly. | |
| A012054201475311 Apr 2020 | Fuel System | This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors. | |
| A012046201475310 Mar 2020 | Fuel System | This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors. | |
| A912039201818711 Feb 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker. | |
| A9420192058420_1 Feb 2020 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for verifying if there is outside influence or if the technician should carry on with standard diagnosis. | |
| A9419182012749_1 Dec 2019 | Equipment | Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2004-2006 A7,... | |
| 20AUTIRECHAINS Dec 2019 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder | |
| SM 95-2019 Oct 2019 | Unknown Or Other | The part number listed in the document are to be returned. | |
| A4019972018194_9 Oct 2019 | Unknown Or Other | This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers. | |
| ATUBody2019 Sep 2019 | Equipment | Body components - Examples of customer misuse | |
| ATUChassis2019 Sep 2019 | Wheels | Wheel change mode/jacking mode - Description and usage | |
| A0019262052680_2 Sep 2019 | Equipment | This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage. | |
| A0019252011732_1 Sep 2019 | Electrical System | 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions | |
| A9119882024323_6 Sep 2019 | Forward Collision Avoidance | This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. | |
| A3919252016880_8 Sep 2019 | Power Train | This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there are leaks around the transfer case area. | |
| A1719982028440_4 Aug 2019 | Fuel System | This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2010-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 S6, 2005 and 2006... | |
| AWC 19-05 Aug 2019 | Electrical System | This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries. |
Showing 60 of 389 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 3 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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