2017 Audi Q7 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 19about this part
- Share
- 6%of 323 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 13,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 19 complaints about the fuel system of the 2017 Audi Q7, 6% of the 323 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 13,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have received multiple letters from Audi concerning NHTSA recall 19v035. Each time I attempt to schedule the suggested repair, the dealer (Audi, orange park--jacksonville, fl) tells me parts are not yet available! When will Audi make parts available to dealers for this recall on the fuel rails?”
NHTSA complaint #11221219, filed 2019-06, 30,000 miles“Our Q7 is less than a year old. I smell gas when I park the car even after a short drive of about 3 miles. The idi service had said that this was related to vacuum pump and fixed it last week. I still smell gas and I am concerned with safety. I saw previous models have been recalled due to potential fire due to gas leak and I am worried that this might be the case with 2018 models as well.”
NHTSA complaint #11151643, filed 2018-11, 5,000 miles“While the vehicle was parked in the garage I noticed a strong smell of gasoline. When I brought it in for service they replaced the high pressure fuel pump that was leaking at the fitting.”
NHTSA complaint #10958434, filed 2017-03, 4,200 miles“The fuel tank has a broken flap in the filler neck. Per the NHTSA ID # below, this issue is a known issue. My vehicle is experiencing this issue and will not allow me to put fuel into my car. I am unclear why the NHTSA feels that this is just a technical bulletin rather than a recall. Why should the consumer be subject to replacing a faulting known design by the manufacturer, Audi, in this case. I am now going to have to pay an extract few thousand to have this issue resolved. This is completely unfair to the consumer. …”
NHTSA complaint #11512694, filed 2023-03“I am reporting a serious issue with the 2017 Audi Q7 involving excessive oil consumption. The vehicle burns 1 quart of oil every 1,000 miles or less, requiring me to constantly add oil between regular oil changes to avoid engine damage. This is not normal and poses a serious safety risk if the engine runs dry during operation. Audi denied my buyback request without inspecting the vehicle or reviewing service records. Instead, their solution has been to provide free oil top-offs, which proves they are aware of the problem but are avoiding a permanent fix or recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11651181, filed 2025-03Related recalls
- 19V035000Jan 16, 2019Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails…Covers: Audi Q7 2016–2018, A8 2015–2018, A6 2016–2018 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11025271Oct 14, 2025This bulletin provides information when the EPC light is on; Fuel level sender DTC B10581B, B103E1B resistance too high.
- 11020367Jun 26, 2025This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the exhaust tail pipes.
- 11007301Aug 30, 2024This bulletin provides information when there are functional restrictions or driving behavior due to diesel detected in petrol.
- 11007220Aug 30, 2024This bulletin provides information when there are functional restrictions or driving behavior due to diesel detected in petrol.
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 2017 Audi Q7
135 complaintsEngine
61 complaintsElectrical system
53 complaintsSuspension
33 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Audi Q7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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