Buying a used 2021 Audi SQ7? Check these 6 recalls first
The headline item is a critical recall covering SQ7, SQ8 and RS engines whose cylinders may crack — an engine-internal issue, though no stop-driving or park-outside instruction is attached. Also listed: a high-severity rear belt that may not hold a child seat, and medium recalls for axle alignment tire wear, dashboard display loss and two rearview camera faults. Six unverified NHTSA owner complaints, none involving crashes, fires or injuries, cite electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance and back-over prevention.
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.
- Ask whether the engine cylinder recall was inspected or remedied, and request the documentation
- Get a pre-purchase engine inspection including compression or leak-down and coolant/oil condition
- Confirm the dashboard and rearview camera displays work consistently, and test the rear child-seat belt
- 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 2021 Audi SQ7
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi SQ7, SQ8 and RS Engine Cylinders May Crack | Engine | critical |
| Audi and VW rear belts may not secure child seats | Seat Belts | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may not have been checked | Tires | medium |
| Audi backup camera screen may go blank in reverse | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Audi Sedans and SUVs May Lose Dashboard Display | Electrical System | medium |
| Audi rearview camera may fail to show image | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
6 complaints filed for this model year. 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | Yes |
| Engine | 2 | Yes |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 1 | Yes |