2014 Audi S7 Problems
- Complaints
- 14filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 70,500miles, 9 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 4.0L 8-cyl AWD · 17 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2014 Audi S7 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 2014 Audi S7. The part named most often is engine, with 7 complaints (50% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance (3) and fuel system (2). 9 of the complaints include a mileage, and 22% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 70,500 miles. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 767 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 49 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Forward collision avoidance complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Engine7 50%
- Fuel system2 14%
- Lane departure2 14%
- Electrical system1 7.1%
- Engine cooling1 7.1%
Example complaints
Engine: “I have a problem with one of turbo, it was defect by factory, mostlikly it is quility control issue it happened on 62,000 miles on the car. This is very offten problem with this car which is confirm my statement about quility control. Now I have a problem with aoa, they dineid to cover this problem. So far I hed a6, a7, a8 , and a7s, I know quility of Audi before and now. This is not same car. My recomandatin stay away from Audi.also aoa never inform me about my rights for volkswagen fuel economy settlement.”
NHTSA complaint #11403823, filed 2021-03, 62,000 milesForward collision avoidance: “The adaptive cruise control and Brake asist features are only working occasionally. Some times it switches on and off DURING traffic while the car is moving. This is a severe saftey issue IMO and needs to be taken care of by Audi.”
NHTSA complaint #11461069, filed 2022-04Fuel system: “We leased an Audi S7 which we were not made aware of having a fuel line issue at any time during the transaction. The dealership mentioned they were detailing the car and getting it ready for us. When we went into the garage to see the car, it was not being detailed, but the back seats were removed and gas was being siphoned from the vehicle. We were shocked and asked the service technicians what the heck they were doing. We were told that they were performing service to make sure the vehicle runs well. …”
NHTSA complaint #10638215, filed 2014-09Mileage when problems were reported
22% of the 9 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 59,603 and 84,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2014 Audi S7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S7 AWD | 4.0L 8-cyl | 7-speed automatic | 17 | 27 | 20 | $4,100 |
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
- 22V178000Mar 23, 2022Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/superchargerCovers: Audi S7 2013–2017, A8 2013–2017, S6 2013–2017 +2 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
- 18V370000Jun 4, 2018Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classificationCovers: Audi S7 2013–2018, A6 2012–2018, A7 2012–2018 +2 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front…
- 18V096000Feb 7, 2018Equipment › Other › LabelsCovers: Audi S7 2014–2015, RS 7 2016–2018
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum…
- 13V450000Sep 23, 2013Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsCovers: Audi S7 2013–2014, S6 2013–2014
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Recall details for the 2014 Audi S7 → · 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. 767 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.
- 11038042Sep 22, 2026Steering. This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
- 11038025Sep 15, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.
- 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).
- 11036908Aug 21, 2026Body and structure. This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
- 11036934Aug 11, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
Other model years of the Audi S7
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 23,000 | 2 | — | 21 | — | Not enough data |
| 2016 | 15 | 44,959 | 2 | — | 21 | — | Falling |
| 2014 | 14 | 70,500 | 4 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2013 | 16 | 72,566 | 3 | — | 20 | — | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2014 Audi S7 have?
NHTSA recorded 14 consumer complaints for the 2014 Audi S7 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2014 Audi S7 is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 7 complaints (50% of the total), followed by forward collision avoidance with 3.
Has the 2014 Audi S7 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Audi S7 get?
The EPA rates the 2014 Audi S7 (S7, 4.0L 8-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2014 Audi S7 reported?
Among the 9 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 70,500 miles and the middle half falls between 59,603 and 84,000 miles; 22% 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. 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.