My 2017 Audi Q7 Prestige 3.0T 6Cyl GAS CREC Supercharged has experienced repeated, serious failures involving the engine, powertrain, and fuel system. - At 72,000 miles, the vehicle developed coolant leaks under the supercharger, a failed water pump, and soaked drive belts. Repairs included multiple hoses, gaskets, and thermostat replacement. -Shortly after, repeated PCV/Oil system failures caused oil leaks, warning lights, and engine shaking. Repairs included PCV system, oil separator, valve cover gasket, breather pipes, and new spark plugs. - at 111,000 miles, the low-pressure fuel pump and relay failed, causing the vehicle to stall and lose all power while driving- a major safety risk. -Most recently, the engine developed a severe misfire in cylinder #4. Compression testing confirmed abnormally low compression (15 psi) due to a suspected cracked valve seat. The vehicle cannot be repaired without a complete engine replacement, quoted at ~$20,000. Safety Impact: - Vehicle has stalled suddenly in traffic due to fuel and engine failures, risking crash or injury. - Coolant and oil leaks present a potential fire hazard. - Loss of power and shaking while driving put my family and others at risk. Inspection/Confirmation: -All problems have been repeatedly confirmed and repaired by an independent Audi specialty service center (S&S Auto Repair). - Numerous invoices document coolant, oil, fuel, and engine failures. Warning Signs: - Multiple dashboard warning lights appeared either right before or during failure, including engine malfunction, coolant loss, and auto start/stop malfunction. These repeated failures at relatively low mileage suggest a design/manufacturing defect with the Audi 3.0T engine platform that compromises both safety and reliability. The issue seems to be widespread amongst other Audi owners with the same 3.0T engine- Per AudiWorld Forums.
2017 Audi Q7: multiple warning lights
6 of the 323 complaints about the 2017 Audi Q7 describe multiple warning lights.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 0
Multiple warning lights by model year
- 20201
- 20182
- 20176
- 20131
- 20121
What owners say
A warning light is showing on the dash about the right side light not working. On inspection all lights are illuminated. Reportedly there has been a recall on some VIN’s for this problem but not ours. On line discussion groups report that the problem is more wide-spread in this model than with the limited VIN’s covered. Since the cost of a dealer replacing the lighting assembly is around $5000, we would like to have our vehicle covered as well.
My car start showing me error "Side marker light defective" but all the lights seems to work properly, none of them is off.
Light comes on dash when you cut in lights only that says Front side marker light defective All lights work can’t sell or trade with out repairs that dealer wonts $8000 for a car that’s not worth that was a old recall for this problem still exist Please help
A repeating fault saying "Front right side marker light defective. See owner's manual" keeps popping up in the primary display with an accompanying bell sounding. The Long Beach Audi dealership said all lights were working correctly and failed to fully diagnose the problem in the five days the car was in their shop. This repeating nuisance fault is annoying and distracting to the point of being a safety hazard and should be fixed by Audi.
Front right side market defective light and all lights seem to work. This seems to be a consistent problem on audi forms and complaints. This should not be a owners issue as dealerships are claiming to replace the entire light for $6,000 which is ludicrous just for a defective side marker light. I don't believe they fixed the problem from the last recall of side marker light controls. This is a major road hazard.
Service bulletins that may apply
- This bulletin proides service information when there is a prompt to take over the steering wheel (hands...
- This bulletin provides information when the starter battery is discharged or malfunctioning.
- This bulletin provides information when there is an Audi pre sense warning, warning jolt, or brake...
- This bulletin provides information to aid in diagnosing the vehicle locking system.
- This bulletin provides infomraiton when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.
- This bulletin provides infomraiotn when there are noises from the surround loudspeaker.
- This bulletin provides information regarding fault finding and repair information for electric tailgate.
- This bulletin provides informatoinw hent here are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument...
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 2017 Audi Q7 warning lights
Is multiple warning lights a common problem on the 2017 Audi Q7?
6 of 323 owner complaints about the 2017 Audi Q7 (2%) mention multiple warning lights. The model year with the most reports is 2017.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2017 Audi Q7?
There are 0 recalls and 310 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2017 Audi Q7
Headlights 42Oil consumption 25Coil spring 19Misfire 11Overheating 9Grinding brakes 8Engine failure 8Check engine light 7Loss of power 7Sunroof shattered 7Ball joint 6Fire or smoke 5Stalling 5
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