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2007 Audi Q7 Problems and Repair Histories

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Year Make/Model Trips/Year/100 Cars Compared to all models for the same year  
2007 Audi Q7 28 Q7s, 8.7 months of data per Q7, average 68900 miles69
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2007 Audi Q7

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Audi Q7 in Maryland, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2011 52000   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 52000 0 Q7 in the shop from June through November for rattling noise from engine, major electrical problems, and a water leak. The day after I got it back the CEL came on again. In shop many times before, average of 30+ days each time. Got rid of it. 
Feb 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2011 57000   First odometer entry
Jan 2012 57700 1000 had to replace engine 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in North Carolina, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 15000   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 16000 0 Rattling sunroof. Fixed - still rattles.  Vibration in steering since car was new - numerous attempts to repair, align, balance - no effect. 
Oct 2011 32700 300 Left side mirror - motor would not turn mirror up or down. Replaced motor. (January 2012: right one now also out, not yet fixed.) 
Dec 2011 34000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Audi Q7 4dr SUV

turbocharged 233hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 24000 Drivers door window switch pack (x4) replaced under warranty 

 

Audi Q7 in South Africa
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 4340   First odometer entry
Mar 2009 14880 0 Unable to open fuel cap, using electrical switch and standby access. 
Jul 2009 16120 0 For the second time unable to open fuel cap, using electrical access switch 
Dec 2009 19840 0 Lost the underbody protection on road 
Apr 2010 22940 0 Replace Turbo 
Oct 2010 29140 0 Turbo Replaced 
Jun 2011 32860   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Great Britain
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Jun 2007 13000 0 MMI. Phone no longer installed and all other components working intermitently 
Nov 2007 22000 0 AMI Storage bin no longer popping up 
Dec 2007 25000 0 External lower drivers door skirt fell off 
Jan 2009 44000 0 Both front doors had dropped. Front molding out of line. Replaced washer jets. 
Oct 2009 61000 0 Sensor malfunction in front passenger seat so needs replacing, Part on order 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Audi Q7 4dr SUV

350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 44000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 47000 0 Latch on front center console was broken at delivery, as was rear cup holder door. 
Jul 2010 51000 0 TSB from Audi to replace coilpacks. 
Dec 2012 75000 2300 R&R brake pads and rotors due to normal wear. 
Mar 2013 81000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 27000   First odometer entry
Jul 2010 38000 0 Lock on passenger door would not engage from outside 
Aug 2010 40000 0 Replaced door handle, noticed same problem, returned to dealer and replaced door handle again. It works now!!! 
Apr 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Hawaii, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 20000   First odometer entry
Jan 2010 22700 50 my cd player stop taking cds after daughter put an extra one in 
May 2010 24500 0 Replaced 11 stepper motors inside dash to eliminate a clicking noise. 
Jul 2010 25700 0 cd and radio audio shuts off and starts again. Replaced bad telephone (blue tooth) control unit.  
Oct 2010 27300 0 Driver's side rear view mirror only moves up or down, not side to side. Replaced entire rear view motor on driver's side. 
Feb 2011 29500 421 Replaced front rotors and pads 
Apr 2012 38000 165 Foggy rt side windshield and water leaking on both sides of console under dash. Modified clogged AC drain lines. 
May 2012 38500 368 Replaced Rear Rotors and Pads 
Jun 2012 39000 108 Dead battery- Replaced same w/ Interstate 
Jul 2012 40000 58 Right side rear view mirror wouldn't move up or down. Replaced r/s rear view mirror. 
Jun 2013 46000 164 Blowing cold air on driver's side only. Recharge but found no leaks. Will monitor... 

 

Audi Q7 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2009 40920   First odometer entry
Aug 2009 41540 0 Coil failed caused a cylinder to misfire. 
May 2010 47400 150 Moonroof was rattling very loudly. Disassembled mechanism, adjusted and re-assembled. 
Jul 2010 49600 0 MMI dead, no audi, back-up camera. Parts have to be ordered, expect to arrive in a couple of weeks. 
Aug 2010 50800 113 Replaced MMI controller and audio amp. 
Jun 2011 58280 100 Rear liftgate would not properly close. Latch motor & electrical parts replaced. Bluetooth died. Module replaced. 

 

Audi Q7 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0 A clip for rear passenger door lower valance was replaced. 
Mar 2009 43000 0 Noticed oil on floor under engine. Remedy - found oil separator leaking Cat 3. R&R oil separator. Cleaned off engine. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 32000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 33000 0 Sound insulation in left rear passenger door fell out of position and was no longer attached properly. This interfered with the ability to lower the window completely. 
Jul 2009 34000 0 Sunroof deflector would not go down. This would not allow the sunroof to be closed once opened. Rear right alloy wheel clearcoat was peeling. Dealer repainted at their cost. Rear bumper had a strange paint "drip line". Previous repaint was done poorly and they repainted at their cost. Second key fob does not unlock the car consistently. Key fob was found defective and a new one is on order. 
Aug 2009 34000 0 Key fob replaced. The dealer also removed the interior of the vehicle to add an electric brake wiring harness to the vehicle (it was not part of the original factory run). This work was completed at the expense of Audi USA. 
Nov 2009 39000 0 Took the Q7 in for routine oil change and it was discovered that the front transmission seal was leaking. A new seal was ordered and installed over the course of 1 week. 
Jun 2010 46000 0 Driver's seat leather was cracking and various buttons throughout the car were peeling (showing white) Replacement parts were installed. Additional parts were put on order that were missed in original parts order. 
Oct 2010 53000 50 Heated steering wheel remained on and would not shut off. Both heated steering wheel AND switch required replacement. 
Dec 2011 73000 50 Power shade engine was faulty. 
Mar 2012 76000 0 The sound insulation padding had fallen off of both the driver's door and the rear passenger door causing a thumping sound every time the car swayed from one side to another. 
May 2012 78000 0 Front drive line bolts were loose and hitting the heat shield causing a rotational clicking noise. Drivers rear window does not roll down as the interior sound deadening foam blcok had fallen inside the door. 
Dec 2012 85000 350 Battery Management system was not working correctly. It required a new battery to be installed. 
Mar 2013 90000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Quebec, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2010 37200   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 37820 600 noise within back passenger door due to a loose panel 
May 2013 66960   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Connecticut, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2007 5000   First odometer entry
Dec 2009 19000 0 The advanced key system allows you to unlock doors by touching the handle, or locking the door by pushing a button on the handle. The front passenger button was broken.  
Jul 2010 26000 0 Drain from sunroof and drain from space on hood next to windshield was clogged & water was backing up & dripping into front passenger footwells. 
May 2011 29000 0 had water leaking into car: right side of driver footwell and left side of front passenger footwell. They identified problem as blocked sunroof drain and replaced the line. 
Jun 2012 36000 50 Rear park distance sensor horn had shorted out so there was no audible signal. Replaced horn under warranty. 
Mar 2013 42000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2009 26000   First odometer entry
Aug 2010 31000 0 Check engine light came on, strong vibration at idle. Took to dealer. Per dealer, one spark plug failed and was replaced. Ignition coils also replaced as part of recall. 
May 2011 37000 300 A/C drain clogged and water leaking into the passenger footwell. Dealer claims this is a wear and tear issue and not covered under warranty. Required 2 hours of labor to clean. 
Jul 2011 37000 75 Coolant warning light came on. Discovered coolant levels were well below minimum. Per dealer, coolant system leak, replaced coolant tank. Steering wheel would not telescope anymore. Steering wheel was replaced due to gear failure. 
Dec 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New Hampshire, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 7000   First odometer entry
Mar 2008 7000 0 Repair for brake squeal. Rotors and pads sanded, rest of brake system checked and adjusted as required. Also did 5k scheduled maintenance. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2007 0 replaced "keyless go" receiving antenna 

 

Audi Q7 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2009 0 Passenger side door handles quit working with keyless entry. 

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2006 0 Replaced serpentine belt. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Maine, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 21000   First odometer entry
Jan 2013 60700 85 Intake manifold actuator failed. 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2011 48000   First odometer entry
May 2011 49000 0 Transmission was slipping, took few seconds to engage from a complete stop. they replaced about $4k worth of worn parts.  Also replaced parking brake release cable. 
Jun 2011 50000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Colorado, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 5000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 55000 0 front rotors continue to warp. needed to be replaced 
Dec 2012 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Florida, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2010 32000   First odometer entry
Nov 2010 40000 0 Replace rear mirror motor assembly 
Oct 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2009 3000   First odometer entry
Apr 2010 13000 0 had to have the gas tank replaced due to the small silver disc at the gas intake failing - gasoline pump got stuck and the disc would not seat properly - this is a "cold weld" and forced replacement of the entire tank  
Sep 2011 29000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 4000   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 10300 110 Rear wiper arm replaced 
Jul 2007 15000 0 Door molding coming off, had to be ordered. Noise rattle in back window, still there. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Minnesota, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 25000 0 MMI not working properly. Audio cuts in and out. 
Mar 2009 27000 0 Start switch worked intermittently. 
Mar 2013 62000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 0   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 2000 0 Electrical steering wheel column adjustment was broken; steering wheel column could be adjusted left/right but not up/down. Electrical steering wheel column adjustment was broken; steering wheel column could be adjusted left/right but not up/down.  Previous repair had side effects: steering was misaligned and steering column produced noises when turning. 
Jun 2007 7000 0 One of the keys was not working (no remote operation, did not unlock immobilizer) 
Jan 2008 15000 0 Rubber lining for front doors was coming off 
Jun 2008 21000 0 Engine Light came on due to low voltage condition in the engine; shop could not find the source and simply reset the engine light. 
Sep 2008 24000 0 Battery was being severly drain while car was stopped. Reason found: Radio module was not turning off when car was. 
Jul 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Louisiana, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2008 6000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 20000 232 Left headlamp went out. Had to replace bulb and another component associated with the bulb.  
Sep 2009 31000 0 Water leaking inside on passenger side floorboard due to blocked sunroof drain. 
Jan 2010 35000 0 Check engine light. They replaced an intake manifold flap. I got it back the next day and the light came on again. 
Feb 2010 35500 0 They now think it's an air intake hose issue. Parts ordered. 
Mar 2010 36000 0 The vehicle has gone in approximately 5 times for a check engine light issue. On the most recent visit, they replaced the oil separator. The check engine light has not returned since. The "left dipped headlamp" warning light came on right before I brought the vehicle in for the last repair. I explained that this would be the 3rd lamp since I have owned the vehicle that has been replaced. They advised outside of warranty by miles 
Nov 2010 46000 0 Left HID headlamp had already been replaced 3 times (dealer said it wasn't covered under warranty). On last trip, under new management, dealership agreed that there was a short in wiring and that it wasn't the bulb. Dealer resolved it. 
Dec 2011 0 The heater stopped functioning in one of the zones (passenger side). 

 

Audi Q7 in Illinois, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 0   First odometer entry
Jan 2007 0 Adaptive cruise not functioning properly. Part ordered 
Feb 2007 3000 0 Adaptive cruise control replaced and recalibrated. Working perfectly now. 
Jul 2007 10000 0 Second smaller sunroof screen would not stay closed. Defective latch. 
Jan 2008 19000 0 Vacuum pump for brakes defective. Parts ordered the afternoon I dropped Q7 off. Repairs complete the next day. 
Jul 2008 26000 0 Telephone module defective. Replaced while I waited. 
Feb 2009 30000 0 MMI/radio/NAV inoperative on cold morning if vehicle is left outside temperatures below 20F. MMI acting up during cold mornings. 
Mar 2009 30000 0 Satellite module needed to be replaced. Technician placed module in freezer to replicate problem. 
Apr 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Audi Q7 4dr SUV

280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2011 36580   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 63860 0 There's some noise at my fan and the technician didn't have enough time to find out the cause so the noise is still there.  
Jul 2012 68200   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 1000   First odometer entry
Jan 2008 5000 0 Coolant leak. 
Feb 2008 5000 0 Fix coolant leak reported in Jan.. 
Feb 2010 21300 0 Water leaking from rear sunroof drains. Shorted out amplifier in rear right corner of vehicle (behind trunk trim). Various electrical/mmi random symptoms. Repaired rear sunroof drains and replaced amplifier. Amplifier replacement was caused by sunroof leak.  
Jun 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Nevada, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2011 26000   First odometer entry
Sep 2011 29000 85 leak caused mmi to freeze up 
Feb 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Missouri, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Oct 2007 0   First odometer entry
Feb 2009 25000 0 Brought in for 25K maintenance warranty, which is covered under audi warranty (50K miles). During very cold weather I had occasion where fuel cap would not open from inside switch. They adjusted or applied lube and I have not had the problem reoccur.  
Aug 2010 61000 200 Transmission would not upshift in automatic, had to drive in manual; cause was faulty brake light, apparently somehow caused the sporadic transmission symptom. 
Sep 2011 86000 600 Car was in for 85K maint interval. Shop found loose tie rods and replaced and re-aligned 
Aug 2012 101000 550 replaced blower (a/c) 
Feb 2013 108500 5000 needed replacing after 70K miles since last break job MMI went out; after troubleshooting, shop identified main computer and replaced it; after operating MMI, discovered that audio amplifier had been damaged from water drainage, so they replaced it as well 
May 2013   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Alberta, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2011 59520   First odometer entry
Mar 2012 65100 300 Faulty ESP sensor. The error was deleted and i decided not to replace the sensor as the previous owner advised it was happaning before ocasionally. 
Dec 2012 71300 600 Heater blower was about to die before a long trip in December. I decided to replace it. The part (from the dealer) CAD400 plus 1.5 hrs in the shop CAD 200. Was told it's a common problem for Q7. Try to order part online if have time $190. 

 

Audi Q7 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2009 0 Misfiring and Hesitation 
Feb 2010 0 Misfiring continues, check engine comes on. Dealer sees errors and updates codes. 
Apr 2010 493 EPC light is on,key was stuck in car. Brake light malfunction and door handle malfunction  
Nov 2010 47000 382 Engine misfiring. Dealer states no trouble found. Rear fog light repaired. Rear door handle button won't lock doors. Oil change and bulb 
Jan 2011 48000 0 New door handle painted and installed 
Mar 2011 49500 221 Won't start. ESP warning and check engine light. Misfiring. Water Ingress. MMI replaced as goodwill (Warranty Expired).  
Apr 2011 316 Won't start ESP light and check engine. Misfiring. ECM replaced.(Goodwill) 
May 2011 0 Won't start ESP warning light. Moisture in vehicle. (Goodwill) Power Stud and Wiring checked 
Jul 2011 52500 147 Misfiring and won't start. Deal states new battery is needed and G17 Fueling injector clean for carbon build up. Repair was declined and deal wish to no longer work on vehicle. "LMFAO" G17 purchased, misfiring continued a week later. LOL "o" Boy. 
Sep 2011 54300 0 Sunroof repaired and amplifier replaced from interior water damage. (Audi Corporate Authorized) 
Jun 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Virginia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2011 115000   First odometer entry
Apr 2012 127300 1100 Had to replace one catalytic converter and O2 sensor 
Mar 2013 153000 400 Rear coolant leak 

 

Audi Q7 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Apr 2009 0 rain coming in passenger side, cleaned leaves from the Cowel. 
Jun 2009 0 passenger floor light not working, repaired no cost. 
Aug 2009 24000 0 cracked leather seats (driver and passenger) repaired at no cost. 
Dec 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 0 Broken A/C, bad window regulator, sunroof rattle, burned out interior light 
Mar 2008 0 Broken fuel sensor(car inoperable for 5 weeeks, sunroof rattle 

 

Audi Q7 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 0 TAILGATE OPENING PROBLEM MISALIGNMENT ISSUE 
Mar 2007 0 BRAKE LIGHT OUT 

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 9000   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 10000 0 The "Diesel" sound on cold start. Dealer stated earlier VIN did not match engines with valve issue. Stated this time start up noise fixed via software update. Engine noise is now gone. Noise (buzzing) in dash or door at 75 MPH. Dealer could not replicate, no repair. Noise still present. 
Jun 2008 22000 600 Grinding noise and oil light on cold starts returned. This time dealer replaced oil filter flange and problem was resolved. Brake pads replaced due to wear. Not listed under wear items in sidebar. 
Jun 2009   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2012 62000   First odometer entry
Sep 2012 62000 251 There was a sensor on the brake pedal that would show the car was park on the MMI system. Because of this the car would not completely turn off or release the key if it was put in the ignition. 

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 0   First odometer entry
Oct 2007 2000 0 Somtimes in DRIVE transmission does not seem to engage and results in slow or no throttle response. 
Mar 2008 6000 0 Front Oxygen sensor code detected and replaced. 
May 2009 14000 0 Brake Light remains on after releasing parking brake Brake Light warning light working properly after repair 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Ontario, Canada
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 0 Fix front wheel vibration 
Dec 2007 0 Updated software for CD Changer and rear electric hatch issues 
Mar 2008 7440 0 Paint chipping off rear parking sensors Instrument binnacle rattling, determined to be seated improperly by technician. 
Apr 2008 8680 0  
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Pennsylvania, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2007 0   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 4000 0 Emergency brake releases slowly, so if you "quickly" pull the handle and let it go, it will not have fully disengaged (at least from the computers perspective), so you get a "brake release" message. 
May 2008 8000 55 Left front brake squeals excessively. 
Jul 2008 10000 0 Brakes squeak when performing slow stops or low speed stop and start (e.g. at a four-way stop). Diagnosed with a tech (road in the car with me), and maintenance performed via a TSB, but the problem continues to persist. 
Jan 2010 22000 0 Bluetooth interface module failed Replace the bluetooth interface module 
Sep 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2009 39000   First odometer entry
Jun 2009 40000 0 Dieseling, engine rattle, oil injector sunroof, rear, malfunctioning 
Nov 2012 74300 300 Battery replace is a joke. $$$ and dealer must code. 
Dec 2012 75000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New Jersey, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 4000   First odometer entry
May 2008 11000 0 O2 sensor replaced, reset 10k service reminder as this is not included with optional AUDICARE service package. Creaking panorama sunroof serviced. Power rear hatch computer flashed. 
Jun 2008 12000 0 Sirius radio unit shorted and cause battery to drain and car not starting. Road side assistance jumped but car had reduced power and felt like it was going to stall. Replacing sirius unit fixed problem. 
Nov 2008 16000 0 Dead battery in driveway. Road side jumped. Rear passenger exterior door handle replaced as it was not allowing car to go into sleep mode. 
Nov 2009 23700 0 bad passenger door keyless entry sensor. Requires paint shop work prior to install. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Nov 2008 29000   First odometer entry
Jan 2009 30000 0 Panoramic sunroof squeak/rattle 
Jul 2010 42000 0 Power mirrors stopped working Power steering was slowly cutting out. Turned out to be cable rubbing on chassis that was replaced. 
Jun 2011 51000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 8000   First odometer entry
Nov 2008 25000 550 Replaced worn brake pads. 
Jan 2011 58300 550 replaced rear brake pads and rotors 
Dec 2012 90000 2100 Cleaned carbon out of engine.  
Jan 2013 90300 0 Update: one month later might have total engine failure despite all service at dealerships. Ordered new engine, dealer agreed to pick up 80 percent because we've bought three vehicles from them. 
Mar 2013 91000 0 New engine was received & placed in vehicle by dealer - vehicle was in service for about 90 days. Q7 now runs very smooth - dealer also serviced transmission free of charge. 

 

Audi Q7 in Massachusetts, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2009 36000   First odometer entry
Oct 2009 37000 0 Engine Coil failure 
Oct 2012 65700 1800 ABS Control Module, huge expense! 
Feb 2013 68000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in New York, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2010 29000   First odometer entry
Jun 2010 34000 0 Had water coming in the drivers side foot well the first time and fixed by the dealer them had water coming in the passenger side foot well. Drive side sun roof drains where plugged and the air conditioning condenser drain plugged. Fixed by dealer. 
Jul 2010 36000 0 Sunroof drain tubes on the passenger side plugged. 
Aug 2010 36000 0 Car was scheduled for a recall for coil packs but in the mean time the brake switch failed. Car would not shift because of it. 
Sep 2010 37000 0 This was a continuation of the leaks in the sunroof. The dealer offered to take the headliner down and check out the sunroof since there are known defects. Did not find anything wrong. Just cleaned and resealed the drain hoses. 
Nov 2010 39000 0 The driver side lower seat skin was replaced because of very small rips starting to happen. Common problem for a Q7. had to wait for the regional guy to look at it. 
Feb 2011 41000 0 CD changer skipped when cold, replaced. 
Nov 2011 50000 0 MMI power amp replaced, sun roof drains replaced again. Water coming in the car. This was done last Feb. so still under warranty. May have to replace sun roof frame too. 
Dec 2011 51000 0 Second repair of the sunroof leaking, didn't fix it the first time. Blew out the power amp the first time. 
Feb 2012 54000 0 same repair as before with the sunroof, dealer didn't fix it for the 4th time. trying again new frame this time. 
Mar 2013 67000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jun 2007 0   First odometer entry
May 2010 60000 10 A/C drain plugged 
Jan 2011 73000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2007 8000   First odometer entry
Feb 2008 15000 0 Noise and oil pressure indicator after sitting for a couple of days. The dealer replaced oil filter flange kit as per TSB 2015411/4. 
Jun 2008   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Georgia, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 44000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 45000 0 Remote keyless entry works sporadically. Was told it was fixed by reprogramming codes, but still having the same problem. Bringing in again next week. 
Nov 2010 45500 0 Bluetooth control module was found to be malfunctioning which affected not only the keyless entry, but also the bluetooth as I later discovered. Module was replaced and all appears to be working correctly. 
Jun 2011   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Sep 2010 0 replace faulty rear view mirror motors for both driver and passenger side. 
Oct 2010 0 attempted repair of squeaky and rattling panoramic sunroof. also replaced a/c directional motors due to loud humming. 
Dec 2010 27000 0 homelink system replaced and  sunroof rattle 
Jan 2011 28000 0 sunroof rattle repaired....problem was broken clip and lack of lubrication.  rattle behind tachometer was diagnosed and repaired. still trying to figure out a squeal coming from front end. 
Jul 2011 31000   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Washington, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 1000   First odometer entry
Dec 2007 9000 0 Governor engaged while driving. No discernable cause, but dealer fixed the problem with a software upgrade. 
Jul 2008 16000 25 Oil Pump not functioning properly. TSB recall notice from Audi was used to solve problem. 
Dec 2008 22000 0 Air Bag sensor light was on. Shop turned it off and promised to install new sensor switch "later" but then never called to make appt.  
Feb 2009 27000 25 Seat belt sensor replacement. Annual maintenance. 
Oct 2009 43000 0 Rear hatch has tremendous "thunk" sound when it opens. Dealer in WA tried to fix - could not. Dealer in VA tried to fix, thought they'd fixed it, but it came back. Very loud, horrible sound. 
Dec 2009 43000 0 Overflow tube from moonroof was blocked causing rain water to enter vehicle and flood floor of passenger side during. 
Nov 2010 58000 1850 Previous "covered" visits to Audi dealerships did not divulge wear of brakes. Owner relied on dealerships' notifications. Brakes worn to zero. Surprise replacement of pads/roters 7,000 miles after last dealership "full checkup". 
Feb 2011 59000 0 Grommets that hold the rear tire mud flaps in place were replaced - the mud flaps were hanging on by a thread after the grommets fell out. Car out of warranty, paid $647 for "routine" service. 
Mar 2011 60000 0 Sunroof overflow line allowing water in to interior of vehicle. Dealer repaired. 
Aug 2011 62000 0 Clunk when opening the Q7 rear hatch was still there when sold. Three different Audi dealerships looked at it and tried to fix it. But to no avail. 

 

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Feb 2010 8000   First odometer entry
Oct 2010 15000 0 Replaced bluetooth module 
Jun 2011 31000 50 Bluetooth not working  

 

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2007 Audi Q7 4-door

8-cylinder automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in Mississippi, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
May 2007 0   First odometer entry
Jun 2007 1000 0 Overhead map light did not work. Advanced Key not linking 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Aug 2007 14000   First odometer entry
Sep 2007 15000 430 Brake pads were worn out. Too fast for new car. Is not covered by extended lease warranty. 
Dec 2007 19000 350 Rear brake pads needed to be replaced. The pads wear very quickly 
May 2008 26000 25 Fuse blown affecting the cigerette lighter functions. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2007 Audi Q7 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in Texas, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Mar 2007 15000   First odometer entry
Apr 2007 17000 0 Low oil pressure indicator. 
May 2007 18000 0 Oil Pressure light came on frequently. Audi decided to replace the ENTIRE ENGINE. I think they may have an issue with Q7s as the service manager indicated that this was not the first vehicle he had seen where the corporate office decided to replace the 
Jul 2007   Most recent odometer entry.

 

Audi Q7 in Alabama, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jan 2007 3000   First odometer entry
Mar 2007 8000 0 Vehicle experienced a major power failure that left us stranded out of town. Vehicle towed to dealership. Battery was completely drained. Battery charged. Computer was unable to isolate source of drain. Car returned with no problem identified. 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006.5 Audi Q7

Engine not specified

Audi Q7 in Italy
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2010 47740   First odometer entry
Nov 2011 59140 30 Rear camera malfunction, only a software problem 
Apr 2012 63240   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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2006.5 Audi Q7 4dr SUV

350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

Audi Q7 in Queensland, Australia
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Jul 2007 11780   First odometer entry
Aug 2007 12400 0 Under stress on left turn only, I could feel a definite 'clunk'through the steering wheel. The entire steering rack was replaced (took 10 weeks to come from Germany!) 
Jun 2008 19840 0 steering rack deemed to be faulty When cell phone rings, it occasionally screeches very loudly. 
Jul 2008 22320 0 Screeching sound when phone rings and occassional dropout of Bluetooth connection 
Aug 2008 22940 0 Aerial for bluetooth replaced. 3 weeks and no 'screeching'. Bluetooth still drops out occasionally - am sending phone back to phone dealer to check. 
Oct 2008 24800 0 Hydraulic suspension lost pressure -vehicle sat down hard on the shock absorbers. Towed to dealer who cleaned the control box and contacts inside, tested and found nothing wrong. All seems ok. Also replaced part of park brake release as light stayed on. 
Jun 2010 37200 0 Although locked up for 48 hours, battery died completely. This has happened twice before with previous battery but this battery is less than 1 year old. Charged up ok, not reoccurred. Trying to get reflash but no luck yet 
Aug 2010 38440 460 Faulty under hood heat sensor turning cooling fan on at random, flattening battery. Sensor replaced under extended warranty but battery not covered - had to be replaced. 
May 2011 46500 0 Push button locking on both RH doors failed. Parts ordered and installed Parking brake not releasing completely. Adjusted and now working well. 
Nov 2011 50840 1260 brake pads and rotors replaced 
Jul 2012 54560 0 Vehicle occasionally loses power when going from standing start up an incline, when motor is already warm. It then revs high before coming right. Only happened twice, but no trace found on computer. Tested by mechanics, but could not repeat. Bluetooth to iPhone dropping out or not connecting 
Aug 2012   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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Audi in California, United States
Month Year Odometer
(in miles)
Cost Problem/Repair Description
Dec 2006 2000   First odometer entry
Jan 2007 3000 0 gas door (flap) would not lock 
Mar 2010   Most recent odometer entry.

 

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