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2023 Audi Q7 problems

The most common problem on the 2023 Audi Q7 is driver assistance and stability. It has fewer complaints than a typical Q7 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
16
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
1,0642 warranty
Worst area
Driver assistance
Fuel economy
20-21mpg

The worst 2023 Audi Q7 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Driver assistance
    4
  • Brakes
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Engine
    2

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Driver assistance
    4
  • Brakes
    3
  • Electrical
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Engine
    2
  • Seats
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Body
    1
  • Steering
    1
  • Visibility
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls 3

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraReported December 19, 2025 · 356,894 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on December 23, 2025.

Recall number 25V900000 · Recall details

Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passengerReported April 3, 2024 · 91 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Risk
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.

Recall number 24V251000 · Recall details

Air bags: side/windowReported December 20, 2023 · 1,001 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk
An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.

Recall number 23V868000 · Recall details

See all 3 recalls for the 2023 Audi Q7

Technical service bulletins for the 2023 Audi Q7 1,064

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 1,064 bulletins for the 2023 Audi Q7

2023 Audi Q7 fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
2.0L 4‑cylAWD192521
3.0L 6‑cyl HybridAWD182220

What 2023 Audi Q7 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 5, 2026 · Steering, Transmission · FL

My rear differential keep locking and making noise while turning

Filed Nov 4, 2025 · Transmission · VA

Audi Rumble is present on this vehicle, Audi disregards it even after visiting the dealer many times over the issue. Center diff is what is causing it. No issue up to 30k miles, then the rumble started. I am afraid of the drivetrain breaking and locking up during driving which could be catastrophic. Audi does have TSBs on this exact issue from previous model years, this model year doesnt. More complaints should come in eventually for this exact issue.

Filed Jun 25, 2025 · Electrical · SC

First Incident [XXX], in Columbia SC driving in parking lot On Post, approx 10pm, blocking traffic. Car shut down and MMI disappeared. After approximately 20-30 minutes car started, still no screen. I was able to drive it. Next day, Rebooted per Google, took to dealership who said I should make sure I used premium gas. When I said I did I was told to be careful which gas station I bought it from. And since the screen was back up they couldn’t do anything. I called the Corporate office who had them run a full systems check. All with MMI was well until [XXX] at [XXX]pm. Driving in Columbia SC screen disappeared again but car did not stop this time. I called dealership who told me to press the volume button until it rebooted. It didn’t work. I was told to bring it in. The Audi App sent me a Headlight Assistant Malfunction Warning! message at 7:44pm also, same evening as the MMI incident. Copy of current screen and 10/24 service receipt. This is a dangerous situation as someone almost hit the back of my car during the first incident since the stop was so sudden ([XXX]) I was blocking the driveway and cars had to backup and detour in a small dark area. Losing MMI while driving is a distraction. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Apr 29, 2025 · Brakes · OH

After owning the vehicle for less than one-year (~20k) miles, the front brakes started to pulse and make noise when stopping. Stopping distance was reduced. The dealer recommended that the rotors be replaced and did so at zero cost as a courtesy. Twelve weeks later, the pulsing and noise and reduced stopping distance started again. This time they refused to pay for the repair and blamed "braking habits". Audi national customer care also refused to do anything. The car is mostly driven on the highway and most of the braking is done by the adaptive cruise control. There is no other evidence of hard driving (i.e. tire wear or low gas mileage). The problem is almost certainly the calipers which should not fail after a year. Reduced stopping distance and brake failure are a safety hazard.

Filed Mar 4, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NY

Sensors go off that I will hit something when not there Remote batteries have dies three times in two years Car won't start Bluetooth doesn't connect Trunk liftgate doesn't work Volume turns off.

Filed Jan 16, 2025 · Seats · CA

See attached document for complaint.

Filed Jan 13, 2025 · Body · NV

Door latched locked and won’t open. In case of an emergency door would be unable to open. Certainly causing a dangerous situation.

Filed Dec 16, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · 32,000 miles · VT

The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the MIL warning light was illuminated. There was a yellow warning light illuminated with a message to take the vehicle to the dealer displayed. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and approaching an intersection, the yellow warning light turned red. The contact stated that the vehicle suddenly independently skidded to a screeching stop. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

Filed Dec 16, 2024 · Driver assistance · WA

I am reaching out to raise a serious safety concern regarding the Audi Pre Sense feature in 2023 Audi models. This feature has caused sudden, unexpected braking on both freeways and internal roads, creating a significant hazard for drivers and passengers. There appears to be no permanent way to disable this feature, and its malfunction poses a critical risk of causing accidents rather than preventing them. I urge the federal safety agency to investigate this issue and ensure that manufacturers provide a safe and reliable solution, including an option to disable the feature if needed.

Filed Jun 18, 2024 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · TX

During a rain storm, the vehicles rear cross traffic will force the vehicle to stop when it mistakes rain for a person. We were stopped against our will for 3 minutes. Audi corporate worked with our dealership, determined it's a known issue, and determined the vehicle is safe to drive. However, a 1995 Honda Civic will allow us to reverse away from an oncoming train, but ALL the 2023 Audi Q7 potentially will force your death by train. Or in event of being attacked.

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Questions about the 2023 Audi Q7

Is the 2023 Audi Q7 reliable?

Owners have filed 16 complaints about the 2023 Audi Q7, fewer than a typical Q7 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Audi Q7?

Driver assistance and stability, with 4 complaints. Next is brakes (3).

How many recalls does the 2023 Audi Q7 have?

3 recalls, covering back over prevention and air bags.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Audi Q7 driver assistance?

Yes, 1 recall: 25V900000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Audi Q7 have the most driver assistance problems?

The Audi Q7 model years with the most driver assistance complaints are 2021 (15 complaints) and 2019 (10 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2023 Audi Q7 get?

Official estimates for the 2023 Audi Q7 range from 20 to 21 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, AWD) gets 19 city and 25 highway.

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