2015 Audi A7: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Audi A7: 3 recalls, 5 owner complaints and up to 29 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #17V293000 · 2017 · 17,694 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: If the head curtain airbag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger has an increased risk of injury.
The 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.
Airbags Vehicle recall #18V370000 · 2018 · 139,249 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the pods module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag May not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a pods system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.
Electrical Vehicle recall #18V862000 · 2018 · 845 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi a6 sedans and 2015 Audi a7 vehicles. The auxiliary heater electrical connector on these vehicles May have been incorrectly inserted into the auxiliary heater, possibly resulting in increased electrical resistance.
Why it matters: The extra resistance can cause the connector to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the auxiliary heater connector, replacing the auxiliary heater and connector, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Steering (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2015 Audi A7 has 5 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 16 A7 model years for complaints (well below the 9 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (2 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 39,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (11 complaints, 2 recalls), 2016 (15 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 38 | 29 | Diesel |
| 3.0 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Audi A7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Audi A7. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Audi A7 problems?
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (2), engine (1), steering (1).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Audi A7 get?
EPA ratings run up to 29 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Audi A7 repair manual?
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