Model year guide

2017 Audi q7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Audi q7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 18 on record.

2017 Audi q7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Audi q7 at a glance

Safety recalls7
Owner complaints315
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$33,499

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2017 Audi q7 recalls 7

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.

Seats:mid/rear Assembly NHTSA Campaign #16V641000 · 06/09/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to July 10, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the third row seat back may move forward under load, such as in a frontal collision. As such, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems."

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional support bracket to the seat, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72F8.

Seat Belts:pretensioner NHTSA Campaign #16V955000 · 29/12/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi A7, A4, A6, Volkswagen Golf and Tiguan vehicles and 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf vehicles for driver frontal air bags, passenger frontal air bags or head air bags that may not deploy properly. Additionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt pretensioners may…

Fix: Volkswagen and Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bags and seat belt pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began April 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Steering:electric Power Assist System NHTSA Campaign #16V648000 · 08/09/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured November 11, 2015, to November 23, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the electric power steering assist control unit may short circuit resulting in a loss of power steering assist.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering rack, free of charge. The recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M5.

Electrical System:software NHTSA Campaign #16V642000 · 06/09/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2016 TT roadster, A3 cabriolet, A3 sedan and A3 e-tron, 2016-2017 TT coupe, 2017 A4 sedan and Q7 and 2015-2017 Q3 vehicles. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to …

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. This recall began November 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 97CB.

Air Bags:frontal:sensor/control Module-inactive NHTSA Campaign #16V519000 · 08/07/2016

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q7 vehicles manufactured August 30, 2015, to May 8, 2016. Due to a software issue within the air bag control module, the frontal air bags may deploy with more force than required in certain crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Pr…

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module software, free of charge. The recall began September 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O3.

Steering NHTSA Campaign #20V149000 · 16/03/2020

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles. The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.

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.

2017 Audi q7 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
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.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2017 Audi q7 MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,525

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Audi q7 worth?

Low
$26,999
Typical price
$33,499
High
$38,950

From 13 comparable 2017 Audi q7 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Audi q7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$0
Total$17,625
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($33,499) with the same model 5 model-years older ($33,483), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Audi q7 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro Premium Plus · quattro Prestige · quattro Premium
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl 333 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 252 hp

2017 Audi q7 vehicles on record

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2017 Audi q7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Audi q7 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2017 Audi q7. 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 2017 Audi q7?

Based on 315 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, engine, suspension.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Audi q7 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Audi q7 at about 22 mpg combined (20 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2017 Audi q7 worth?

Comparable 2017 Audi q7 listings run roughly $26,999–$38,950, typically around $33,499 (from 13 vehicles).

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