2016 Audi Q7
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Audi Q7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2,251 on record.
2016 Audi Q7 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2016 Audi Q7 recalls 1
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.
Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2016 Audi Q7 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2016 Audi Q7. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 451
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free. Showing the 10 most recent of 451.
This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Bulletin SM 63-2025 · Engine · Nov 2025This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Bulletin SM 58-2025 · Engine · Nov 2025This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Bulletin SM 42-2025 · Engine · Aug 2025This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Bulletin SM 47-2024 · Engine · Aug 2024This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts going forward.
Bulletin SM 47-2024 · Engine · Aug 2024This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 40-2024 · Electrical System · Jul 2024This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 41-2024 · Electrical System · Jul 2024This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 28-2024 · Structure · May 2024This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
Bulletin SM 28-2024 · Structure · May 2024This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.
Bulletin A9024852073747_1 · Apr 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q7. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
About the Audi Q7
The Audi Q7 is a 2- and 3-row E-segment SUV made by the German manufacturer Audi, unveiled in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Production of the Q7 began in November 2005 at the Volkswagen Bratislava Plant in Bratislava, Slovakia.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2016 Audi Q7 vehicles on record
Other Audi Q7 model years
2016 Audi Q7 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Audi Q7 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Audi Q7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi Q7?
Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are seat belts, air bags.
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.