NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2009 Audi Q7; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, gasoline — fuel pump. Owners filed 21 complaints, most often about fuel/propulsion system. Among the 17 model years of this model in the database, 2009 ranks #9 for number of recalls.
Equipment — LabelsCampaign 23V086000 · 15 Feb 2023
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2009-2015 Q7 vehicles. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install an overlay label containing the correct rear GAWR on top of the existing safety certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 50G5.
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
Risk: The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
What owners complain about
Share of the 21 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Fuel/propulsion system7 · 33%
Visibility/wiper3 · 14%
Engine3 · 14%
Electrical system3 · 14%
Service brakes2 · 10%
Vehicle speed control2 · 10%
Air bags2 · 10%
Unknown or other2 · 10%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
I started the lemon law process a year ago for this vehicle thinking that it was defective. I have only recently been informed that the problem i am experiencing is a design feature, they even called it a "safety feature" - but it is very dangerous. If your foot touches the brake pedal while your are accelerating, the…
Driver side air bag and ignitor replaced at my expense in august 2015. I live in glen st. Mary, florida. The computer showed failure of air bag on dash board. I have dealer records of repair. This was not a function of an accident.
While in motion on the highway, this vehicle intermittently loses power. A warning on the dash shows "gearbox malfunction" and the vehicle goes into limp mode. Once over so the side of the road, the vehicle can be turned off, and then restarted. Once restarted, no warning lights are visible and the vehicle drives as…
Car stalled in the middle of a busy road. Power steering stopped working. Metal particles all over the fuel system. Car needs a new engine and fuel system. *tr
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.