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Audi RS 7 problems by year

Owners have filed 17 complaints about the Audi RS 7 since 2014, and 16 recalls have been issued. The 2016 model year has 6 complaints, more than any other year, led by engine and airbags problems.

No year stands outAll years close to typical
Owner complaints
17
Recalls
16
Worst year
2016
Warranty extensions
1
Model years
2014-2021

Audi RS 7 years to avoid

No model year of the Audi RS 7 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.

Best Audi RS 7 years

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Audi RS 7 complaints by model year

Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.

2014201520162021

How we calculate this

Year to avoidFewest complaintsOther years

Most common Audi RS 7 problems

All model years combined.

  • Engine
    10
  • Electrical
    3
  • Acceleration
    2
  • Visibility
    1
  • Transmission
    1
  • Fuel system
    1
  • Airbags
    1

Audi RS 7 problems year by year

Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.

YearScoreComplaintsTop problemTypical mileageRecallsCrashes
2021-4Electrical120
2016-6Engine30
2015-2Engine20
2014-5Engine45,00020

Recalls 16

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Audi RS 7 warranty extensions

Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.

Questions about the Audi RS 7

What years of the Audi RS 7 should you avoid?

No single model year of the Audi RS 7 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.

What is the best year for a used Audi RS 7?

There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.

What is the most common problem with the Audi RS 7?

Engine, with 10 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (3) and acceleration (2).

How many recalls does the Audi RS 7 have?

16 recalls between 2014 and 2021. The 2021 model year has the most, with 12.

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