Model year guide

2015 Audi s7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Audi s7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2015 Audi s7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2015 Audi s7 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints1
Combined20 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2015 Audi s7 recalls 3

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger NHTSA Campaign #22V178000 · manufacturer #21H7 · 23/03/2022

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.

Fix: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #18V370000 · manufacturer #74D5 · 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.

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #18V096000 · manufacturer #44N9 · 07/02/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Ti…

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 44N9.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2015 Audi s7 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.

2015 Audi s7 MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,100
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume25 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2015 Audi s7 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,500
Fuel only$20,500
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
195.7 in
Width
75.2 in
Height
55.9 in
Wheelbase
114.6 in
Curb weight
4,508 lb
Front track
64.6 in
Rear track
64.6 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2015 Audi s7. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure Closed

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE 21-009) after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7 equipped with the 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported the vehicles would stall with no warning while driving at highway or city traffic speeds. Several of the complainants alleged…

NHTSA #EA22001 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Apr 2022 · closed May 2023

Engine Stall - Turbo Failure Closed

On March 29, 2021, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 21-009 after the agency received 58 reports alleging engine stalling in 2013-2016MY Audi vehicle models A8, S6, S7, S8 & RS7. The subject vehicles are equipped with 4.0L, twin-turbocharged engine. Complainants reported that the vehicles stall suddenly with no warning while driving on the highway or in city traffic. Several…

NHTSA #PE21009 · Engine And Engine Cooling · opened Mar 2021 · closed May 2022

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 718

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 718.

This 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.

Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.

Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · Steering · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.

Bulletin TSB_2030471_9 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides infomraiton abou the Audi frequency analysis application, which is available in the App Store for Android and Apple phones.

Bulletin TSB_2051095_12 · Sep 2026

This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.

Bulletin TSB_2068999_5 · Structure · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.

Bulletin TSB_2074436_3 · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).

Bulletin TSB_2069078_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.

Bulletin TSB_2069904_3 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S7 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2015 Audi s7. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Engine

Issue: On certain vehicles, the oil strainer for the turbocharger oil supply could get blocked. If this happens, a turbocharger could fail. This could cause loss of engine power and/or cause the engine to stall. Note: This problem could cause different warning messages to display or the engine oil warning light to turn on. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increa…

Transport Canada #2022133 · Mar 2022

Label

Certain vehicles may not comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. The tire certification label may bear incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information. The label incorrectly states "520 kg" (1146 lbs) instead of the correct "450 kg" (992 lbs). If an owner were to rely on the incorrect values, it could lead to premature tire failure and vehicle overloadin…

Transport Canada #2018075 · Feb 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Audi s7

The Audi A7 is an executive five-door liftback produced by Audi since 2010. The coupé variant of the Audi A6 saloon/estate, the Audi A7 features a sloping roofline with a steeply raked rear window and integrated boot lid, and four frameless doors. A sport version called the S7 has been made since 2012, and a high-performance model called the RS 7 has been in production since 2013. An extended-wheelbase three-box, four-door saloon derivative called the A7L has been produced in China since 2021.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2015 Audi s7 trims & engines on record

Engines
4.0L 8-cyl 420 hp

2015 Audi s7 vehicles on record

Other Audi s7 model years

2015 Audi s7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Audi s7 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2015 Audi s7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Audi s7?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine.

What gas mileage does the 2015 Audi s7 get?

The 2015 Audi s7 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 20 mpg combined (17 city / 27 highway).

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