NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2014 Audi S7; the most frequently affected component is engine and engine cooling — turbo/supercharger. Owners filed 14 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 12 model years of this model in the database, 2014 ranks #3 for number of recalls.
Engine and engine cooling — Turbo/superchargerCampaign 22V178000 · 23 Mar 2022
Problem: 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.
Risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 — Occupant classificationCampaign 18V370000 · 04 Jun 2018
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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 — LabelsCampaign 18V096000 · 07 Feb 2018
Problem: 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, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Risk: If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Audi S6 and S7 vehicles equipped with 4.0L engines. Due to manufacturing tolerance issues, a fuel line may leak fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line, free of charge. The safety recall is planned to begin in late October 2013. Owners may contact Audi of America at 1-800-822-2834. Volkswagen's number for this campaign is 20U6/L8.
What owners complain about
Share of the 14 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine7 · 50%
Forward collision avoidance3 · 21%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 14%
Lane departure2 · 14%
Power train2 · 14%
Engine and engine cooling1 · 7%
Electrical system1 · 7%
When complaints were filed
20141
20193
20217
20222
20251
From owner complaints
We leased an audi s7 which we were not made aware of having a fuel line issue at any time during the transaction. The dealership mentioned they were detailing the car and getting it ready for us. When we went into the garage to see the car, it was not being detailed, but the back seats were removed and gas was being…
The contact owns a 2014 Audi S7. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact pulled over but was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed but was not repaired. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The…
In motion normal driving 45-55 mph under acceleration on long on ramp to interstate. Reached a ramp meter. Accelerating form ramp meter, i noticed increasing power loss and could not reach highway speeds. All warning lights appeared (tpms, traction control, transmission issues, etc.) i instantly merged right with…
Turbo wheel sheared off the shaft and stalled the car while driving at < 5mph in parking lot. Unable to then start car and move it - needed to be pushed to one side to await the tow truck. There were no symptoms or warnings or cel prior to the failure. Others have reported same failure at higher speeds or even on…
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.