2008 Audi Q7 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 55%of 33 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 83,006miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the fuel system of the 2008 Audi Q7, 55% of the 33 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 83,006 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Intake manifold flap on passenger not opening fully causing the check engine light to turn on. I checked the web and I there are a lot of complaints about the same problem. I've had bmw, mercedez, toyota's and a lot more, none of those vehicle gave me problem. Audi is taking care of other models with 2.0 tfsi engine, they extended the emmission warranty to 10 yrs or 100k. Audi should take care of this issue aswell.”
NHTSA complaint #10734103, filed 2015-07, 94,013 miles“My Audi Q7 was conducted safety recall (NHTSA: 16v660) last 2017, but after recall the condition was same as previous. The condition was gas smell inside passenger cabin, and outside (in way of exhaust pipe..). When I drive couple of minutes, I felt headache and can't drive continued. I had visiting dealer shop located in spring in texas, and explanation my car condition, but they said that they can not do again due to already one year over. So, I've checked their reporting, but I couldn't located any changed any repair or changed parts (I.e., seal, packing) for fuel pump system. …”
NHTSA complaint #11278646, filed 2019-11, 10,000 miles“I have noticed a fuel smell in my garage and at first I thought it is my mower. The next day it has got stronger and I start getting nausea and headache. I took it to a repair shop and the showed me there is a fuel leak on the tank. They told me it could be the fuel pump. I do not believe it is the fuel pump. It leaks like there is a whole or some thing is broken inside the covered area of the tank where there is no visual access unless it is opened. I think it is a major issue that they have to fix before someone burns alive.”
NHTSA complaint #10695240, filed 2015-03, 72,000 miles“Strong gasoline smell while driving and after car is parked in garage. Dealership diagnosed as bad fuel injectors, after fuel line was replaced and smell did not go away. Audi-certified mechanic does not believe it is the fuel injectors. The same model within a few years of mine has had a recall for fuel line issues.”
NHTSA complaint #10914984, filed 2016-10, 110,000 miles“Unknown my esp fault was blinking then my car wouldn’t start took it to Audi of Bedford and and another European auto and was told they didn’t know why my vehicle wouldn’t start After 8 days of sitting it finally started back up still with no explanation as to why it didn’t start”
NHTSA complaint #11446104, filed 2022-01Related recalls
- 18V818000Nov 19, 2018Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall…Covers: Audi Q7 2007–2012, Q5 2009–2012
- 16V660000Sep 13, 2016Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline…Covers: Audi Q7 2007–2012, Q5 2009–2012
Related service bulletins
- 10231590Feb 6, 2023This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
- 10173838Apr 1, 2020This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
- 10172594Mar 6, 2020This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
- 10164512Aug 30, 2019This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009…
- 10123656Dec 10, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or…
- 10123653Dec 10, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 14-49 dated April 3, 2014. When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is…
- 10119940Mar 9, 2015Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013. The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | 5% |
| 2020 | 2 | 7% |
| 2019 | 9 | 14% |
| 2018 | 7 | 5% |
| 2017 | 19 | 6% |
| 2015 | 9 | 20% |
| 2014 | 18 | 39% |
| 2013 | 16 | 36% |
| 2012 | 12 | 41% |
| 2011 | 5 | 22% |
| 2010 | 15 | 52% |
| 2009 | 9 | 43% |
| 2008 | 18 | 55% |
| 2007 | 29 | 31% |
Other parts of the 2008 Audi Q7
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsForward collision avoidance
1 complaintsTires
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Audi Q7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology