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2019 Audi A7 problems and owner complaints

Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.

Key facts

43 owner complaints analyzed

6 distinct recall campaigns

4,000 mi median reported failure mileage

Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 17 complaints include usable failure mileage.

Owner-reported patterns

Most common problems

Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 23 of 43 complaints (53.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.

Recurring terms in complaint narratives
TopicMatching reportsShare of complaints
Electrical and battery issues1432.6%
Transmission and shifting511.6%
Engine operation511.6%
Braking behavior511.6%
Steering behavior511.6%
Fuel system concerns24.7%

Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.

Component breakdown

Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.

Electrical System
23
Engine
9
Power Train
8
Unknown Or Other
7
Fuel/Propulsion System
5
Vehicle Speed Control
4
Steering
3
Structure:Body
3
Component breakdown data
CategoryCount
Electrical System23
Engine9
Power Train8
Unknown Or Other7
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Steering3
Structure:Body3

Electrical System: 23; Engine: 9; Power Train: 8; Unknown Or Other: 7; Fuel/Propulsion System: 5; Vehicle Speed Control: 4; Steering: 3; Structure:Body: 3

Reported problems by failure mileage

Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.

Under 25,000
14
25,000 to 49,999
2
50,000 to 74,999
1
75,000 to 99,999
0
100,000 to 149,999
0
150,000 and above
0
Reported problems by failure mileage data
CategoryCount
Under 25,00014
25,000 to 49,9992
50,000 to 74,9991
75,000 to 99,9990
100,000 to 149,9990
150,000 and above0

Under 25,000: 14; 25,000 to 49,999: 2; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0

Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (14). 26 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.

Complaints over time

Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.

2019
10
2020
2
2022
6
2023
15
2024
1
2025
1
2026
8
Complaints over time data
CategoryCount
201910
20202
20226
202315
20241
20251
20268

2019: 10; 2020: 2; 2022: 6; 2023: 15; 2024: 1; 2025: 1; 2026: 8

Pattern summary

Electrical System leads the component reports. Electrical and battery issues appears in 14 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 5 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 5 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.

Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.

Complaint evidence

Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.

Owner report 11484294 · 2022-09-13 (September 13, 2022)

The contact owns a 2019 Audi A7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V155000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the fuel gauge indicated there was a quarter tank of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. However, after refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge reading was inaccurate. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceede…

Owner-reported narrative. 18,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11484294 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11494565 · 2022-11-22 (November 22, 2022)

I received a warning and multiple dash lights indicating electrical malfunction. Upon coming to a red stoplight, the car died and would not restart. After the light turned green, I was nearly rear-ended by a large truck traveling at ~50 mph but luckily it was able to swerve out of the way. After about 10 minutes, the car restarted but the warning messages persisted. I drove immediately to the dealership for service where they diagnosed an issue with the mild hybrid 48v battery system and starter/generator/alternator. There are no parts availabl…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11494565 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11234199 · 2019-07-23 (July 23, 2019)

2 DAYS AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF A 2019 A7, THE TRANSMISSION/SPORT DIFFERENTIAL LIGHT CAME ON AND INDICATED TO SHUT DOWN CAR IMMEDIATELY DUE A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE CAR HAS UNDER 300 MILES ON IT.

Owner-reported narrative. 300 miles reported. Look up ODI 11234199 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11280040 · 2019-11-14 (November 14, 2019)

2019 AUDI A7 HAS THROTTLE LAG AND AT TIMES SEVERE THROTTLE LAG CAUSING A MULTI SECOND DELAY THAT PUT ME IN IN THE PATH OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH A NEAR HIT. AT THE TIME OF THIS INCIDENT, THE THROTTLE LAG HAD NEVER BEEN THAT SEVERE BUT HAS RESULTED IN A VEHICLE THAT I HAVE NO CONFIDENCE IN WITH RESPECT TO PERFORMANCE. DETAILS: I WAS SLOWING DOWN (1MPH) AND AS THE LANE NEXT TO ME CLEARED, I ATTEMPTED TO CHANGE LANES BUT THERE WAS LIKE A 3 SECOND DELAY. I'D THOUGHT THE CAR HAD STALLED AND THEN IT LUNGED INTO THE ADJACENT LANE AND I ALMOST WAS H…

Owner-reported narrative. 2,500 miles reported. Look up ODI 11280040 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11500273 · 2023-01-05 (January 5, 2023)

The contact owns a 2019 Audi A7. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the safety features slowly became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the contact was informed that the alternator had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired because the part was on backorder. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000.

Owner-reported narrative. 27,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11500273 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11190060 · 2019-03-19 (March 19, 2019)

2019 AUDI A7: AT A STOPLIGHT, OR STOP SIGN, WHERE THERE IS EVEN THE SLIGHTEST INCLINE, AFTER MY 2019 AUDI A7 HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, WHEN I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE DOES NOT ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY AND THE CAR SHOOTS/ROLLS BACKWARDS. THE ROLLBACK IS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH THAT THE REAR CAMERA TURNS ON. BECAUSE OF THE LAPSE IN TIME BEFORE THE ENGINE ENGAGES AGAIN, I HAVE NO CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE WHEN THIS HAPPENS AND AM UNABLE TO KEEP IT FROM SHOOTING BACKWARDS I'VE SPOKEN T…

Owner-reported narrative. 100 miles reported. Look up ODI 11190060 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11222888 · 2019-06-27 (June 27, 2019)

PURCHASED 2019 AUDI A7 BRAND NEW. CURRENTLY HAVE APPROXIMATELY 2800 MILES (2 MONTH OLD CAR). HAS PRESTIGE PACKAGE WITH DRIVER ASSISTANCE OPTION. THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE INSTANCES WHERE THE DRIVER ASSISTANCE SUDDENLY AND SIGNIFICANTLY SLOWS THE CAR WITHOUT ANY CAR/OBJECT IN FRONT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ON LOCAL ROADS (HASN'T HAPPENED ON FREEWAY SPEEDS YET). USUALLY HAPPENS 30-50MPH LOCAL ROADS. THE CAR/DRIVER ASSISTANCE "SLAMS ON THE BRAKES." THIS CAN BE SCARY AND VERY DANGEROUS ESPECIALLY WHEN A CAR IS BEHIND. SECON…

Owner-reported narrative. 2,400 miles reported. Look up ODI 11222888 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11496196 · 2022-12-06 (December 6, 2022)

My vehicle had a complete electrical failure, when caused everything to shut down. The engine, door locks, hazards, power steering, e brake, etc. were all inoperable. On Sunday, Nov 20th, I received a yellow warning light that said, "electrical system malfunction, please contact service." I parked the car and called the dealer the following morning to ask how sever this warning was (could I drive the car or does this require a tow?). They advised me to bring the car in. While heading to the dealership, I received several other warning ligh…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11496196 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11502709 · 2023-01-19 (January 19, 2023)

Starter Generator failure of the 48v Mild hybrid system. This issue is very common, and has a recall on the 2019+ audi a6 (however its because of a risk of electrical fire). Car sends errors to driver as many electrical components begin to fail and fault one by one, steering wheel dynamics shifted while in motion (as steering module failed), air suspension faults occurred. The car inevitably died during operation. Was stuck inside of vehicle, the internal door handles are powered by the 48v system, they are not mechanical latches. Car stalls ou…

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11502709 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11672007 · 2025-07-08 (July 8, 2025)

2019 Audi A7 VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 53336 Fuel Pump and Starter Battery Failure Car stalls during operation. Confirmed by Tyson Audi Dealer wants to charge me for the repair of the said parts. Warning light appeared, then went off. Vehicle was taken to dealership. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11672007 at NHTSA ↗