NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Audi Q7[1]. The biggest group names the fuel/propulsion system[2].
Most reported problems
Owner complaints fall into a few groups. Here they are, biggest first.
- Fuel/Propulsion System. 12 complaints[2]. Owners describe warning lights followed by a sudden loss of power on the road, and a fuel pump that quit while driving.
- Engine. 11 complaints[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe stalling when pulling away from a stop and a car that lost power after a dealer software update.
- Electrical System. 7 complaints[6]. Owners describe a rear hatch that opened by itself while moving, a rear door lock button that can lock the driver out, and water reaching electronics through the roof.
- Fuel System, Gasoline. 6 complaints[7]. Owners describe strong fuel smells in and around the car, and in one story a leak under the tank.
- Speed Control. 5 complaints[8].
- Power Train. 4 complaints[9].
- Air Bags. 3 complaints[10].
- Unknown Or Other. 3 complaints[11].
These are unverified reports sent to NHTSA, and one complaint can name more than one component.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2014 Q7 is necessarily included.
- Equipment › Other › Labels (23V086), February 2023. About 12,100 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[12]
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump (17V298), May 2017. About 240,487 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV AWD[15] | n/a | n/a | n/a | 4 | 18.5% |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2014 Audi Q7 with 3.0L 6-cylinder[16] | 240 to 272 hp |
These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.
How 2014 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 95 | 3 |
| 2008 | 33 | 3 |
| 2009 | 21 | 3 |
| 2010 | 29 | 3 |
| 2011 | 23 | 4 |
| 2012 | 29 | 4 |
| 2013 | 43 | 3 |
| 2014 | 46 | 2 |
| 2015 | 45 | 2 |
| 2017 | 320 | 7 |
| 2018 | 144 | 3 |
| 2019 | 63 | 4 |
| 2020 | 28 | 5 |
| 2021 | 75 | 9 |
| 2022 | 20 | 3 |
| 2023 | 16 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 | 3 |
| 2025 | 17 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 | 1 |
NHTSA's counts for the Q7 show 46 complaints and 2 recalls for 2014[3]. Among the 19 model years listed, 13 have fewer complaints than 2014 and 5 have more[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2024 (2) and the most are for 2017 (320)[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2014 Q7?
The 2014 Audi Q7 has 46 complaints on file[1]. They cluster around fuel and propulsion[2] and the engine[5]. Some stories describe stalls and lost power while driving. The count is not adjusted for sales, so it says more when you compare model years of the same vehicle. Check the recalls section on this page and ask a seller for proof that open recalls were done[3].
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Audi Q7?
- The biggest complaint groups are fuel/propulsion[2], engine[5] and electrical[6]. See the problems section for what owners describe.
- Does the 2014 Audi Q7 have recalls?
- Yes. The by-year fact shows recalls on file[3]. The Recalls section on this page lists them.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2014 Audi Q7?
- See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.
- Is the 2014 Audi Q7 reliable?
- NHTSA has 46 complaints on file for it[1]. Read the problems section and the by-year comparison before you decide.
- Is 2014 the best year for the Audi Q7?
- The by-year comparison section on this page shows how model years line up[3].
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 46 owner complaints on file for the 2014 Audi Q7 (3 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 2 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- 12 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,250). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Audi Q7 model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Q7, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, Automatic (S8), Diesel, All-Wheel Drive: 19 city / 27 highway / 22 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- 11 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 53,150). NHTSA vehicle records
- 7 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 23,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 6 complaints name the fuel system, gasoline component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 63,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 5 complaints name the speed control component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 4 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the air bags component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 3 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 2 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 23V086, filed February 15, 2023: Equipment › Other › Labels. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 17V298, filed May 3, 2017: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Q7, 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8), Premium, All-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 22 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 18.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- EPA Test Car List, 2014 Audi Q7 with 3.0L 6-cylinder: rated 240 to 272 hp depending on version. www.epa.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, Q7 4DR SUV 3.0 TFSI PROGRESSIV/TECHNIK: length 200 in, width 78 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 5,192 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, Q7 4DR SUV 3.0 TFSI QUATTRO SPORT: length 200 in, width 78 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 5,412 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
- Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, Q7 4DR SUV TDI 3.0 QUATTRO PREMIUM/PREMIUM PL: length 200 in, width 78 in, height 69 in, wheelbase 118 in, curb weight 5,567 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov