2007 Audi Q7 Reliability Report

NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026

Good

Ranks 11th of 16 Q7 years we score.

Owner complaints: 95; 1 is a recall notice
Per 10,000 cars: 37.7; 24,931 made for the U.S.
Vs the average car: 1.0×; same age, 1× is average
Serious outcomes: 30; crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
Recalls: 3
NHTSA crash rating: Not rated; no overall rating before 2011

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Should You Buy the 2007 Audi Q7?

Yes, with the usual checks. Our reliability score for the 2007 Audi Q7 is 70 out of 100, which rates Good. Owners reported about as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 11th of the 16 Q7 years we score.

The most reported problem is the screen and audio, mostly stopped working (24 of 95 complaints). Owners also complain about water leaks and sunroof drains. 30 of the 95 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.

It has 3 recalls. For comparison, the 2008 scores 79.

Before you buy, check that the recalls were done and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.

Pros

Good reliability score of 70
No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls

Cons

Screen and audio: stopped working24 complaints
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in11 complaints
Sunroof drains (water leak): water leaking in10 complaints

How the 2007 Q7 Earned Its Score

Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score

Score breakdown
Item	Vs average	Points lost
Starting score		100
Serious problems	0.92×	−16
Everyday problems	1.3×	−8
Problems in the last two years	Not counted	–
Recalls	0.92×	−6
Score		70

Problems in the last two years are not counted for the 2007 Q7. If it were exactly average, its 24,931 cars would draw about 1.1 complaints in two years at this age, too few to compare. Their 30% moves to serious and everyday problems, which count for 80% of this score instead of 50%.

What Owners Report

We read all 95 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Audi Q7, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 95.

Screen and audio: stopped working
24 complaints (25%)
A feature that stopped working, problems that come and go and damage. Median mileage when it started: about 62,000 miles.
Body seals (water leak): water leaking in
11 complaints (12%)
Water leaking in. Median mileage when it started: about 81,000 miles.
Sunroof drains (water leak): water leaking in
10 complaints (11%)
Water leaking in. Median mileage when it started: about 87,000 miles.
Battery drain: draining the battery
8 complaints (8%)
Draining the battery. Median mileage when it started: about 66,000 miles.
Fuel pump: a leak
8 complaints (8%)
A leak and warning lights. 1 of these 8 complaints describes a serious outcome: a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 120,000 miles.
Fuel leak
6 complaints (6%)
A leak and damage. 1 of these 6 complaints describes a serious outcome: an injury.
Oil pressure: parts breaking or coming apart
5 complaints (5%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a failure that needed a new part. 1 of these 5 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 80,000 miles.
Steering: vibration or shudder
5 complaints (5%)
Vibration or shudder, a stored fault code and the car not starting. 2 of these 5 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start.
Fuel system: a bad smell
4 complaints (4%)
A bad smell. Median mileage when it started: about 100,000 miles.
Fumes in cabin (cause not stated)
4 complaints (4%)
A bad smell. Median mileage when it started: about 167,000 miles.
Stability control (ESC): the system acting on its own
4 complaints (4%)
The system acting on its own and warning lights. 2 of these 4 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often sudden acceleration or braking. Median mileage when it started: about 45,000 miles.
Airbag warning light
3 complaints (3%)
Warning lights.
Control module (unspecified): works on and off
3 complaints (3%)
Problems that come and go and stalling. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 50,000 miles.
Engine: a loss of power
3 complaints (3%)
A loss of power, damage and unusual noises. 1 of these 3 complaints describes a serious outcome: stalling or losing power while driving.
Fuel injector: a leak
3 complaints (3%)
A leak. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often a tow. Median mileage when it started: about 97,000 miles.

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Stall (cause not stated)
3 complaints (3%)
Stalling. 2 of these 3 complaints describe a serious outcome, most often stalling or losing power while driving. Median mileage when it started: about 104,000 miles.
12V battery: the car not starting
2 complaints (2%)
The car not starting.
ABS: warning lights
2 complaints (2%)
Warning lights.
Ignition coils or spark plugs: rough running or misfires
2 complaints (2%)
Rough running or misfires and a failure.
Intake manifold or runner flaps: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart. Both describe a serious outcome, most often a car that would not start.
Electrical system (part not stated): works on and off
2 complaints (2%)
Problems that come and go and warning lights.
Timing chain or camshaft: parts breaking or coming apart
2 complaints (2%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and unusual noises.
Transmission: harsh or delayed shifts
2 complaints (2%)
Harsh or delayed shifts and reduced power or limp mode.
Windshield wipers: warning lights
2 complaints (2%)
Warning lights and smoke or a burning smell.

Reported Once (25)

Show the 25 problems reported once

Uneven tire wear: pulling or wandering
Brake power assist: a hard pedal or less assist
Brakes: loss of braking
Carbon buildup (intake valves): hesitation
CV axles: parts breaking or coming apart
Engine (misfire codes): rough running or misfires
Engine failure: stalling
Engine sensors or computer: reduced power or limp mode
Exhaust or catalytic converter: stopped working
Frontal airbags: no deployment in a crash
Fuel filler door: not opening or unlocking
Loss of power (cause not stated)
Mirrors: stopped working
Noise (cause not stated)
Fluid leak (cause not stated)
Manifold failure
Oil pan: shattering or cracking
Problem (not described) (cause not stated)
Parking brake: damage
Phone and navigation: stopped working
Poor acceleration (cause not stated)
Power liftgate: the system acting on its own
Side or curtain airbags: no deployment in a crash
Car not starting (cause not stated)
Tires: early wear

How the 2007 Audi Q7 Compares With Other Years

The other Q7 years of the 1st generation, 2007 to 2015, and the years just before and after it.

Year	Rating	Score	Vs average	Per 10k cars	Recalls	Most reported problem
2015	Excellent	81	0.44×	14.8	2	Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
2014	Good	72	0.73×	25.8	2	Fuel leak
2013	Good	73	0.81×	30.3	3	Windshield wipers: parts breaking or coming apart
2012	Good	75	0.66×	31.5	4	Engine oil consumption: burning or using oil
2011	Good	73	0.82×	25.8	4	Windshield wipers: parts breaking or coming apart
2010	Caution	68	1.2×	47.5	3	High-pressure fuel pump: parts breaking or coming apart
2009	Good	76	0.64×	24.1	3	Engine: stalling
2008	Good	79	0.47×	20.0	3	Fuel leak
2007 This year	Good	70	1.0×	37.7	3	Screen and audio: stopped working

See every Q7 year

2007 Audi Q7 Recalls

Three recalls cover the 2007 Audi Q7. The most recent was issued in November 2018: “Interim Butyl Tape Repair May Allow Fuel to Leak.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.

Interim Butyl Tape Repair May Allow Fuel to Leak
The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 18V818000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Nov 19, 2018. By the first quarter of 2020, 70% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA 16V660000 Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Sep 13, 2016. By the first quarter of 2018, 65% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Automatic Rear Lid Software
If one of the 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 close the rear lid immediately. This can result in an unintended rapid closing of the rear lid with a risk of personal injury.
NHTSA 07V334000 Owner letter (PDF)Issued Aug 1, 2007.

NHTSA Crash Test Ratings

NHTSA gave the 2007 Q7 no overall, frontal or side rating. It did rate each seat in those tests and lists the seat ratings under Rating Breakdown on its page. We show them the same way below. These tests are from before 2011, so the stars are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and newer models. See the 2007 Q7 ratings on NHTSA.gov.

4-door with side airbags

OverallNot rated

Frontal crashNot rated

Driver seat5/5

Passenger seat5/5

Side crashNot rated

Front seat5/5

Rear seat5/5

Rollover4/5

Check Before You Buy

A checklist for the 2007 Q7, from its three recalls and the problems owners report most.

Confirm the Recalls Were Done

Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.

Interim Butyl Tape Repair May Allow Fuel to Leak NHTSA 18V818000
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack Causing Fuel Leak NHTSA 16V660000
Automatic Rear Lid Software NHTSA 07V334000

On the Test Drive

Test the screen, audio and phone connection for freezing or rebooting.
Look for water stains or damp carpet, and test the sunroof.
Ask about battery and starter replacements. A slow start after the car sits is a warning sign.

Ask the Seller

Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.

Screen and audio
Water leaks
Sunroof drains
Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.

Before You Pay

Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.

What to do next

All Q7 Years →Best years and years to avoid, side by side.Compare With Other Years →Put up to four model years side by side.Find Warranty Extensions →Repairs Audi may still cover for this year.Decode a VIN →Confirm the exact year, engine and trim of a car.