2013 Audi Q7 Problems
Compared with other Audi Q7 years
Typical for this model
38/100 0.8× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 0.8× that of a typical Audi Q7 year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 4 of its 44 complaints were filed by the end of 2015.
- Most reported part: Fuel system (16 complaints, median 75,570 mi).
- 3 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2012
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 44filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 72,000miles, 24 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 3campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 18 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl AWD · 16 city / 21 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2013 Audi Q7 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2013 Audi Q7. The part named most often is fuel system, with 16 complaints (36% of the total), followed by engine (11) and visibility (8). 24 of the complaints include a mileage, and 21% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 72,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 60 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns and 1,238 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign covering the fuel pump and 75 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Engine complaints overlap with 101 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 10 Audi Q7 model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 38 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system16 36%
- Engine11 25%
- Brakes3 6.8%
- Electrical system3 6.8%
- Air bags2 4.5%
- Other or unknown2 4.5%
- Steering2 4.5%
- Vehicle speed control2 4.5%
Also reported: Electronic stability control (1), Exterior lighting (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “Car stalls and has died while driving; took to deal for repair they claimed bad fuel and emptied and cleaned tank. Same issue 2 months later and now car has been in shop for over a month they say could be bad fuel again (it's diesel, I have only bought fuel at bp since repair) or high pressure fuel pump. Car has $56k miles.”
NHTSA complaint #10915946, filed 2016-10, 55,000 milesEngine: “The car burns oil so much that we have to continuously top off the oil every few days. The dealership states, the engine is big and this is normal. I don't believe this is normal, and perhaps something else is going on and could it pose a safety issue. This problem has been ongoing since the purchase of the certified used car in 2016.”
NHTSA complaint #11277791, filed 2019-11, 98,168 milesVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): “Wife pulled into garage on a stormy day and I was standing on passenger side with my 3 year old son. Passenger wiper arm snapped off and flew toward us and almost stabbed my 3 year old. At first I thought it was the wiper blade, but it was the whole entire arm. The broken end was sharpen like a knife blade...updated 10/06/17 updated 10/17/2017”
NHTSA complaint #11031351, filed 2017-10, 57,100 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The vehicle has performed poorly after completing a us department of justice mandated fix of diesel (3.0 liter tdi, engine code cnrb) emissions equipment related to vw/Audi emissions cheating. There is now sporadic lag in acceleration, especially at low speeds, or accelerating from a complete stop. There were times when I have pulled into oncoming traffic, and the power delivery was non-existent, followed by, after a 1 second delay, rapid over acceleration. …”
NHTSA complaint #11203177, filed 2019-04, 82,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
21% of the 24 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 55,000 and 100,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Audi Q7. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q7 · SUV AWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 18.5% risk |
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2013 Audi Q7 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q7 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | 16 | 21 | 18 | $4,550 |
| Q7 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl · diesel | 8-speed automatic | 19 | 27 | 22 | $4,350 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 23V086000Feb 15, 2023Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Audi Q7 2009–2015
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…
- 17V298000May 3, 2017Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pumpCovers: Audi Q7 2013–2015, Q5 2013–2017
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- 14V516000Aug 26, 2014Engine and engine coolingCovers: Audi Q7 2013
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured June 5, 2012, to November 29, 2012 and equipped with a 3.0L TDI engine. In the affected vehicles, a check valve in the engine may become…
Recall details for the 2013 Audi Q7 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 1,238 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038130Sep 25, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.
- 11038027Sep 25, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.
- 11038025Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.
- 11038143Sep 9, 2026Other or unknown. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 11038033Sep 8, 2026Body and structure. This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
- 11036917Aug 26, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
- 11036911Aug 21, 2026Brakes. This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
- 11036909Aug 21, 2026Brakes. This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
- 11036934Aug 11, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
- 11036921Aug 11, 2026Brakes. This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
Other model years of the Audi Q7
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 17 | — | 2 | 5 | 22 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 16 | 16,136 | 3 | — | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2022 | 20 | 20,000 | 3 | — | 22 | — | Rising |
| 2021 | 75 | 52,000 | 9 | — | 21 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2020 | 29 | 42,850 | 5 | — | 21 | 64 · Typical | Rising |
| 2019 | 63 | 12,700 | 4 | 5 | 21 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2018 | 144 | 15,800 | 3 | 5 | 21 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 322 | 33,150 | 7 | — | 22 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2015 | 46 | 53,500 | 2 | — | 18 | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2014 | 46 | 50,150 | 2 | — | 18 | 38 · Typical | Rising |
| 2013 | 44 | 72,000 | 3 | — | 18 | 38 · Typical | Stable |
| 2012 | 29 | 83,000 | 4 | — | 18 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2011 | 23 | 90,700 | 4 | — | 18 | — | Stable |
| 2010 | 29 | 54,000 | 3 | — | 16 | 42 · Typical | Stable |
| 2009 | 21 | 90,000 | 3 | — | 16 | — | Falling |
| 2008 | 33 | 72,000 | 3 | — | 16 | 34 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2007 | 95 | 77,400 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Audi Q7 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2013 Audi Q7 have?
NHTSA recorded 44 consumer complaints for the 2013 Audi Q7 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2013 Audi Q7 is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 16 complaints (36% of the total), followed by engine with 11.
Has the 2013 Audi Q7 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi Q7 get?
The EPA rates the 2013 Audi Q7 (Q7, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 18 mpg combined, 16 city and 21 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2013 Audi Q7 reported?
Among the 24 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 72,000 miles and the middle half falls between 55,000 and 100,000 miles; 21% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.