Complaints about the 2021 Audi RS 7 peaked in 2023, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Hatchback, gasoline, AWD/All-Wheel Drive, built in Germany. Owner complaints on file from Sep 15, 2023 to Apr 10, 2026.
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
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| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-900 | Dec 19, 2025 | Software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended | Back-over prevention | 356,894 | Software update |
| 25V-201 | Mar 31, 2025 | Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail | Electrical system | 44,387 | Software update |
| 23V-601 | Aug 25, 2023 | Incorrectly labeled brake fluid cap may have been installed, which can result in the use of the wrong type of brake fluid | Brakes | 7,499 | Part replacement |
| 22V-861 | Nov 21, 2022 | Liquid spilled in the rear seat may penetrate and cause the gateway control module to shut down | Electrical system | 50,883 | Repair or modification |
| 22V-742 | Oct 5, 2022 | Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear | Back-over prevention | 170,296 | Software update |
| 22V-155 | Mar 14, 2022 | Fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster | Electrical system | 47,238 | Repair or modification |
| 22V-034 | Jan 26, 2022 | Rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed | Suspension | 31,058 | Part replacement |
| 21V-606 | Aug 5, 2021 | Rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly | Seat belts | 45,496 | Part replacement |
| 21V-339 | May 12, 2021 | Cracks may develop on the surface of the engine cylinder bore | Engine and cooling | 15 | Part replacement |
| 21V-295 | Apr 26, 2021 | Lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion | Suspension | 40,993 | Part replacement |
| 21V-159 | Mar 10, 2021 | Score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly | Airbags | 3,421 | Repair or modification |
| 20V-749 | Dec 2, 2020 | Electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors | Airbags | 166 | Part replacement |
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
4 complaints on file, page 1 of 1.
This website shows the wrong information. Recall was successfully repaired but it shows here as unrepaired.
NHTSA complaint 11730497While driving, car suddenly started overheating. Warning message asked me to pull over and let the car run idle. However, I was on a free way that was under construction and all shoulders were closed. So no way for me to stop for at least 4 miles. I was afraid that the engine would blow while driving the whole time. Took it to the dealer and they told me that the water pump is faulty. After looking at some Audi forums, it seems like this is a common issue with these vehicles. I’m surprised there has not been a recall since I am not the first person that this has happened to.
NHTSA complaint 11691071The car continues to smell like coolant and burns excessive oil. It has been taken in for service. Repairs have been attempted but problem still exists. On one occasion, service records indicate a test drive when the mileage remained the same. The oil consumption test I do not believe was performed correctly as I did not get the specific data metrics or points regarding starting point of measurement and end point. They also completed the test at only 1200 miles after requesting for them not to. I am concerned they are trying to hide a design flaw since they redesigned the piston rings when cars were burning excessive oil, bulletin # MC-10245613-0001. They continue to deny oil consumption issues even when I continue to top off the oil 2-3 times between 10,000 mile services. All I am told is "it's a high performance car. It's normal." This appeared in the first 10k miles. At 19,637 miles, I had my 20k service performed. It was brought back in at 22,897 when the oil light came on.
NHTSA complaint 11582098The car stopped in the middle of the intersection due to a 48V issue that is back ordered worldwide. It has been in the shop five times in reference to this stopping multiple times in the road.
NHTSA complaint 11544671Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.