Buying a used 2019 Audi Q7? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2019 Audi Q7 has 4 recalls in this group: a potentially loose steering shaft bolt, shock absorbers that may crack, side curtain airbags that may not inflate, and inadequate C-pillar padding. The record spans steering, suspension, and occupant protection rather than a single component area. Its 61 owner complaints are unverified reports, including 10 for STEERING, 10 for SUSPENSION, 9 for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and 8 for FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. Steering and suspension appear in both records.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify steering shaft bolt and shock absorber recall repairs.
- Request side curtain airbag and C-pillar padding remedy records.
- Ask about steering symptoms, suspension noise, and related repairs.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Audi Q7
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7 and Q8 Steering Shaft Bolt May Loosen | Steering | critical |
| Audi Q7, Q8 and S5 shock absorbers may crack | Suspension | high |
| Audi Q7 Side Curtain Airbags May Not Inflate | AIR Bags | high |
| Audi Q7 C-Pillar Padding Doesn't Absorb Impact | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
61 complaints filed for this model year, including 5 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 10 | Yes |
| Suspension | 10 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 9 | None found |
| Fuel System | 8 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 5 | None found |
| Engine | 5 | None found |