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The 2021 Audi A7 has 11 active recall campaigns on file and only 6 owner complaints in the NHTSA database. Often that means the recall caught it before the field did.
The 2021 Audi A7 has 6 NHTSA owner complaints and 11 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). The most-reported system is engine at 3 complaints (~$3,100 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 A7 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 A7 | 43 | 6 |
| 2020 A7 | 2 | 8 |
| 2021 A7 (this page) | 6 | 11 |
| 2022 A7 | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 A7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 A7 | 0 | 1 |
Limited NHTSA data — only 6 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 11 active recalls on file.
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 11 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2021 Audi A7 4 DR AWD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.
Water pump design failure caused a leak of coolant into vacuum lines preventing coolant from cooling engine and causing immediate overheating. Known issue previous class action lawsuit.
At first, the yellow electrical system malfunction warning light came on. After a short time of driving, the light turned red, and very shortly after than (within five minutes as I was trying to drive the vehicle to the dealership for repair), all of the electrical systems in…
While driving on the freeway at approximately 65–70 mph, the engine suddenly stopped responding to all accelerator pedal inputs. The vehicle experienced an immediate, dangerous loss of motive power in active traffic. The dashboard displayed an amber check engine light alongside…
The virtual cockpit (dashboard) went completely black except for an exclamation point. Speed, warning symbols, engine temp etc were not visible. Dealers has confirmed the issue and is currently trying to remedy the situation. The danger was not knowing how fast I was traveling.
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A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Limited NHTSA data. Only 6 owner complaints have been filed for the 2021 Audi A7, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 11 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2021 Audi A7 without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2021 Audi A7 to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 6 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 3 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.
The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 6 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.