2017 Audi Q7 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 322 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 3,650miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2017 Audi Q7, 2% of the 322 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 3,650 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Two large windshield chipping in less than 3500 miles. Very bizarre considering the cost of the car. I own another vehicle, similar size (vw touareg 2012). It was hit many times and there are barely any marks left on the windshield. Is acoustic windshield (which my car is equipped with) less resistant to cracks and breaks?”
NHTSA complaint #11057683, filed 2017-12, 3,300 miles“When the steering wheel is turned there is a squeaky sound as if something is rubbing against some other thing. I took it to the dealership and they couldn't figure out the problem but did recognize the issue. They changed the whole suspension and the electrical steering system but the noise is still there. I took my car back from and was on a vacation when noticed large amount of smoke coming from below the vehicle. I parked the car on the side and checked for fire but there was none. I let the car cool down and then parked the car in the hotel. …”
NHTSA complaint #11010309, filed 2017-07, 17,500 miles“Head up display reflector system, under specific light condition (sun orientation) produces glares which can vary in size and brightness. Some of the reflections and glares are small and can be ignored but some glares are very bright and rather large and positioned right on the eye line height. It is a major distraction for a driver. This can be safety issue if glare occurs in a spot covering a street light or pedestrian.”
NHTSA complaint #10915986, filed 2016-10, 650 miles“There is a defect with the heads up display that causes a bright glare to be reflected in the windshield. Right in the drivers line of sight. This happens on sunny days at midday while driving certain directions. Please check the Audi world forum and you will see postings of other people who have the same problem. There are photos of the glare as well. Search Audi Q7 head up display windshield glare on the Audi world forum. Lots of pictures of the glare. The glare happens while driving and moves around as the car changes direction. Think of a mirror reflecting light. …”
NHTSA complaint #10956560, filed 2017-02, 7,926 miles“The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. While operating the vehicle, the blind spot monitoring system malfunctioned and the driver was not alerted of other vehicles. Also the seat belt warning alarm intermittently malfunctioned and did not remind occupants to fasten their seat belts. In addition, while operating the vehicle, the windows erroneously rolled down. The contact indicated that the failures occurred intermittently. The cause of the failures was not determined. Audi of richfield (1401 77th st. East, richfield, mn) and the manufacturer were notified of the failures. …”
NHTSA complaint #11256707, filed 2019-09, 100 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038024Sep 22, 2026This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.
- 11036915Aug 11, 2026This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11023734Sep 10, 2025This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11016505Mar 4, 2025This bulletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressr replaements regardless of the concern.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 6% |
| 2023 | 1 | 6% |
| 2021 | 2 | 3% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 2 | 1% |
| 2017 | 6 | 2% |
| 2015 | 2 | 4% |
| 2014 | 4 | 9% |
| 2013 | 8 | 18% |
| 2012 | 3 | 10% |
| 2011 | 7 | 30% |
| 2010 | 4 | 14% |
| 2009 | 3 | 14% |
| 2008 | 2 | 6% |
| 2007 | 7 | 7% |
Other parts of the 2017 Audi Q7
134 complaintsEngine
61 complaintsElectrical system
53 complaintsSuspension
33 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsSteering
19 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsWheels
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Audi Q7
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.
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