2019 Audi A7 Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“2019 Audi A7 has throttle lag and at times severe throttle lag causing a multi second delay that put me in in the path of oncoming traffic with a near hit. At the time of this incident, the throttle lag had never been that severe but has resulted in a vehicle that I have no confidence in with respect to performance. Details: I was slowing down (1mph) and as the lane next to me cleared, I attempted to change lanes but there was like a 3 second delay. I'd thought the car had stalled and then it lunged into the adjacent lane and I almost was hit. …”

“Similar to a complaint I read above, I do often have concerns over the start/ stop system. When the hybrid system is active, it's extremely sensitive in activating (not only when cars are in front but also pedestrians just walking by. However, sometimes when stopped at a light, stop sign, etc. When I press the gas after the engine reengages, the car often has a serious lag and does not accelerate for several seconds, to the point where I have to wonder if it's actually on (it is) the concern is that drivers behind me, if not extremely cautious could rear end me. …”

“From the attached Audi rochester service invoice: there is a hesitation type jerking sensation felt on take off, it is pronounced so much that it makes your head jerk. On previous visit road tested similar model vehicle and found the same jerking sensation, does not happen when driving in automatic mode [where it is always silky smooth acceleration -- as expected] in manual s-tronic shift mode, the car double jerked violently snapping both my head back and the Audi rochester tech's had back. Not only was it dangerous, but I lost momentary control of the car. …”

“I got this brand new car. However it has major defects pertaining to drive shift, auto shut , sensors, speedometer and the virtual cockpit. I was driving on freeway 5 south bound when I shift the gear from d to s and it went into neutral and it lost power. There were cars behind me who were honking and scared for my life. The car was a brand new when I got it, I got the car on 11/29/2019. On I drove it for only three weeks before I starting to have issues with the virtual cockpit where it blacks out. The speedometer blacks out completely and I wouldn't even know the speed of my car. …”

“The alternator malfunctioned and was not available for inspection upon request My safety was put at risk as the car ceased to move while driving on high speeds on the hwy The problem has been reproduced by several other audi owners. This is a widespread issue putting multiple lives at risk The vehicle component has been inspected by the manufacture There were no malfunctions happening prior I was driving on the highway and all of a sudden, all the lights were going off on the car. alot of malfunctioning. …”