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ProblemsByVin File / 2021-AUDI-RS-7
2021 · audi

audi RS 7 problems

0 safety recalls. 4 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
9.2 / 10

Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2021 RS 7 · powertrain
While driving, car suddenly started overheating. Warning message asked me to pull over and let the car run idle. However, I was on a free way that was under construction and all shoulders were closed. So no way for me to stop for at least 4 miles. I was afraid that the engine…
10/02/2025 · NHTSA ODI #11691071.0
2021 RS 7 · electrical
The car stopped in the middle of the intersection due to a 48V issue that is back ordered worldwide. It has been in the shop five times in reference to this stopping multiple times in the road.
09/15/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11544671.0
2021 RS 7 · electrical
This website shows the wrong information. Recall was successfully repaired but it shows here as unrepaired.
04/10/2026 · NHTSA ODI #11730497.0
2021 RS 7 · engine
The car continues to smell like coolant and burns excessive oil. It has been taken in for service. Repairs have been attempted but problem still exists. On one occasion, service records indicate a test drive when the mileage remained the same. The oil consumption test I do not…
04/10/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11582098.0

Common questions

Is the 2021 Audi RS 7 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 9.2 out of 10 based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2021 Audi RS 7 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2021 Audi RS 7?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Audi RS 7 has open recalls?

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.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2021 Audi RS 7?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 4 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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