2016 Audi S7 Problems
- Complaints
- 15filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 44,959miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 21 mpgcombined, 4.0L 8-cyl AWD · 17 city / 27 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2016 Audi S7 (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2016 Audi S7. The part named most often is engine, with 11 complaints (73% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and transmission and drivetrain (3). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 63% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 44,959 miles. Of all complaints, 1 a fire, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 670 technical service bulletins for this model year. Engine complaints overlap with 40 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 140 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.
- Engine11 73%
- Electrical system3 20%
- Brakes1 6.7%
- Fuel system1 6.7%
- Other or unknown1 6.7%
- Steering1 6.7%
- Vehicle speed control1 6.7%
Example complaints
Engine: “Biturbo failure caused engine to turn off without warning at highway speeds. No power. I had to merge through two lanes to the shoulder without power. Car would not restart. I was told by the dealer that this is a known problem and that some have been on fire. Need to replace the turbo. Internet says at least $14,000.00, though I am covered under warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #11164032, filed 2018-12, 35,000 milesElectrical system: “Accelerated from a stop to about 20 MPH, when it went into 2nd gear the engine revved and skipped into 3rd gear. Warning stated transmission malfunction. No reverse gear. You can continue driving. Reverse no longer works. Engine revs to 5000 RPM when driving 20-25 MPH.”
NHTSA complaint #11339046, filed 2020-07, 130,740 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “At 40k miles, I've been noticing the symptoms of a dying mech unit (bang/jerk to stop, shifting from drive to reverse), etc. Those symptoms happened when I pull up from stationary, put the car in reverse. Car will also throw transmission error code on dashboard and put in limp mode from time to time. Since it was out of warranty, Audi quoted me $5800 to replace the entire mechatronic unit. …”
NHTSA complaint #11414578, filed 2021-04, 40,000 milesBrakes: “The car was driving perfectly fine until last week heading to drop my kids to school and the vehicle stopped on the middle of the street. I had no previous issues or notice. I had multiple warnings on the dashboard and now the car won't crank. I have seen several post with people with this same issue and can't find a clear answer. I had to push the vehicle out of the road with traffic behind”
NHTSA complaint #11576319, filed 2024-03Mileage when problems were reported
63% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 40,000 and 50,223 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2016 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 | 21 | $3,900 |
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…
Recall details for the 2016 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. 670 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.
- 11038024Sep 22, 2026Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.
- 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.
- 11038026Sep 8, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides infomraiton abou the Audi frequency analysis application, which is available in the App Store for Android and Apple phones.
- 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).
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 2016 Audi S7 have?
NHTSA recorded 15 consumer complaints for the 2016 Audi S7 as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2016 Audi S7 is reported most often?
Engine is named most often, in 11 complaints (73% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 2016 Audi S7 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Audi S7 get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Audi S7 (S7, 4.0L 8-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 17 city and 27 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,900 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2016 Audi S7 reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 44,959 miles and the middle half falls between 40,000 and 50,223 miles; 63% 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.