Recall 20V658000: 2018–2020 Audi Q7
- Report received
- Oct 27, 2020
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 94,144vehicles
- Model years
- 2018–2020
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.
Possible consequence
In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2018 Audi Q7144 complaints
- 2019 Audi Q763 complaints
- 2020 Audi Q729 complaints
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.