2015 Audi A7 Problems & Complaints

Better than average65% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A7 at the same age

Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2015 Audi A7 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 65% fewer than a typical A7 model year at the same age, making the 2015 one of the better A7 years. The most reported problem area is the brakes (2 complaints, typically around 19,000 miles). 3 recalls cover this model year.

5complaints
3recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2015 Audi A7 problems

  • Brakes~19,000 miles
    240%
  • Engine & cooling~90,000 miles
    120%
  • Steering~0 miles
    120%
  • Air bags~60,000 miles
    120%

Share of the 5 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Audi A7 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Audi A7. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best A7 years: 2017, 2015, 2022. Years to avoid: 2019, 2012, 2013, 2016. Compare all years →

2015 Audi A7 recalls (3)

Electrical system › Wiring

NHTSA recall 18V-862 · Dec 5, 2018 · 845 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi A6 Sedans and 2015 Audi A7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles may have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019.

Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification

NHTSA recall 18V-370 · Jun 4, 2018 · 139,249 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating).

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Air bags › Side/window

NHTSA recall 17V-293 · May 1, 2017 · 17,694 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected head curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 29, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

2015 Audi A7 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel8-speed automaticAWD24 / 38 / 29
3.0L 6-cyl supercharged8-speed automaticAWD18 / 28 / 21

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Audi A7 a good car?

Based on 5 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 A7 rates better than average: 65% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A7 at the same age. It is one of the best A7 years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2015 Audi A7?

The brakes — 2 complaints, 40% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the engine & cooling (1) and steering (1).

How many recalls does the 2015 Audi A7 have?

There are 3 recalls for the 2015 Audi A7, the most recent from December 5, 2018 (wiring). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Audi A7?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2015 and 2022. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2019, 2012, 2013 and 2016. See the full Audi A7 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2015 Audi A7 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 50% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.