2018 Audi A7 Problems & Complaints

Better than average55% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A7 at the same age

Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2018 Audi A7 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 55% fewer than a typical A7 model year at the same age, making the 2018 one of the better A7 years. The most reported problem area is the fuel & propulsion system (1 complaint, typically around 10,000 miles). 2 recalls cover this model year.

3complaints
2recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2018 Audi A7 problems

  • Other / not specified~12,000 miles
    267%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~10,000 miles
    133%
  • Electrical system
    133%
  • Brakes
    133%

Share of the 3 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 →

2018 Audi A7 recalls (2)

Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail

NHTSA recall 19V-035 · Jan 16, 2019 · 74,881 vehicles

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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.

2018 Audi A7 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
3.0L 6-cyl supercharged8-speed automaticAWD20 / 29 / 23

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2018 Audi A7 a good car?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2018 A7 rates better than average: 55% fewer complaints than a typical year of the A7 at the same age. 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 2018 Audi A7?

The fuel & propulsion system — 1 complaint, 33% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (1) and brakes (1).

How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A7 have?

There are 2 recalls for the 2018 Audi A7, the most recent from January 16, 2019 (fuel rail). 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 2018 Audi A7 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 12,000 miles; 100% 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.