Model year guide

2016 Audi a7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Audi a7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 9 on record.

2016 Audi a7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Audi a7 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints15
Typical price$28,323

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2016 Audi a7 recalls 3

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail NHTSA Campaign #19V035000 · 16/01/2019

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.

Fix: 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. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #18V370000 · 04/06/2018

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). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within the front passenger seat may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) control module to malfunction.

Fix: 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

Air Bags:side/window NHTSA Campaign #17V293000 · 01/05/2017

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Fix: 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. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69R2.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Audi a7 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

What's a 2016 Audi a7 worth?

Low
$596
Typical price
$28,323
High
$39,950

From 6 comparable 2016 Audi a7 listings.

2016 Audi a7 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro Prestige · quattro Premium Plus
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 333 hp

2016 Audi a7 vehicles on record

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Other Audi a7 model years

2019 2018 2017 2015 2014 2013 2012

2016 Audi a7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Audi a7 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Audi a7. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi a7?

Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, steering, fuel/propulsion system.

How much is a 2016 Audi a7 worth?

Comparable 2016 Audi a7 listings run roughly $596–$39,950, typically around $28,323 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.