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2026 Audi Q7 Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Audi Q7, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed

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NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

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November 6, 2026

The bulk complaint records for the 2026 Q7 are being verified. Complaint counts and the component chart are withheld while the download contains fewer records than a valid live count, or the download is unavailable. You can search the complaints directly at NHTSA.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

2026 Q7 Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 25V900000

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."

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 NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

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2026 Q7 Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
TSB_2070568_7Oct 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis bulletin provides informaiton on the use of the PICO-NVH tool (VAS 611 015).11039213
TSB_2081614_2Oct 23, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information when the message "Automatic user identifaction failed" appers in the myAudi application.11039248
TSB_2082976_3Oct 21, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis bulletin provides information regarding the current top concerns being addressed by the Audi Digital Business Solutions (DBS) team.11039258
TSB_2077593_3Oct 21, 2026ENGINEThis bulletin provides information when DTCs P00B700, P011600, or P268100 is stored; engine temperature too high.11039222
TSB_2080517_5Oct 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information when the starter battery is discharged or malfunctioning.11039239
TSB_2075199_3Oct 20, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin proides service information when there is a prompt to take over the steering wheel (hands off detection).11039216
TSB_2077443_4Oct 19, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis service information bulletin provides information when the convernience opening does not work.11039218
TSB_2058077_12Oct 16, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information when there is an Audi pressense warning, warning jolt, and/or brake engagement.11039209
TSB_2082323_2Oct 15, 2026ENGINEThis bulletin provides information when the engine is not runing smoothly; all gas engines.11039252
TSB_2022032_13Oct 15, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information to aid in diagnosing the vehicle locking system.11039207
TSB_2021205_11Oct 7, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis bulletin provides information on VIN plates, Safety Certification labels, and ordering procedures.11039206
TSB_2083560_1Oct 5, 2026ENGINEThis bulletin provides information when tehre is an engine warning lamp; DTC P060600.11039275
TSB_2012749_19Oct 5, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides infomraiton when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.11039205
TSB_2083409_1Sep 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.11038130
TSB_2052680_2Sep 25, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERThis bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.11038027
TSB_2076396_3Sep 23, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information regarding driver assist systems; Audi adaptive light, Audi pre sense system fault, adaptive cruise assist inop (DTC C12D5FA).11038046
TSB_2063336_5Sep 23, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMThis bulletin provides information when DTC C12BFF0 is stored in the lane change modeul or the radar sensor; intersection assist/lane change assist are inoperable.11038030
TSB_2074846_5Sep 22, 2026STEERINGThis bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.11038042
TSB_2020552_15Sep 22, 2026VISIBILITY/WIPERThis bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.11038024
TSB_2078648_4Sep 18, 2026STRUCTURE:BODYThis bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel.11038056
All 2026 Q7 records at NHTSA

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