2013 AUDI A7 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 AUDI A7 has 1 complaint and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. The sole complaint states the recall work was completed twice but the manufacturer’s records remain inaccurate, showing the recall as open, and the recall work is refused at all dealerships.
Common Issues
- Recall record error. Owner reports recall completion twice but manufacturer database fails to update and denies further recall service at dealerships.
The model is subject to five recalls affecting fuel system components and occupant detection systems. These recalls address potential fuel leaks and air bag deployment malfunctions, which implicate fire hazards and occupant safety.
Recalls
- Fuel injection system. NHTSA recall 15V019000 affects 26,008 vehicles. Fuel rails may leak fuel, increasing fire risk near ignition sources. Dealers will replace fuel rails and seals free of charge. Recall started March 17, 2015.
- Passenger air bag sensor. NHTSA recall 15V823000 involves 21,074 vehicles with heated/cooled seats. The Passenger Occupant Detection System may malfunction, preventing front passenger air bag deployment and raising injury risk. A repair kit will be installed free starting February 5, 2016.
- Fuel hose degradation. NHTSA recall 16V646000 covers 28,249 vehicles. Fuel hoses in the engine compartment may degrade and leak fuel, risking fire. Dealers replace the fuel pump and hose at no cost. Recall began November 2016.
- Passenger air bag sensor stress. NHTSA recall 18V370000 includes 139,249 vehicles. Stress or wear on the body-sensing mat in front passenger seats can cause the detection system to malfunction, compromising air bag deployment. Dealers provide a repair kit free of charge from November 29, 2018.
- Fuel line weakness. NHTSA recall 17V781000 affects 48,693 vehicles. A compression point in the fuel line can weaken and leak fuel, creating fire hazards. The fuel line replacement is free, with service starting February 5, 2018.
Owners facing repeated recall-related issues or unresolved repairs may consider reviewing their rights under state lemon laws. Such protections may apply when recurring defects or safety concerns persist despite manufacturer intervention.
2013 AUDI A7 Summary
2013
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
263273
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 AUDI A7
139249 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
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.
2013 AUDI A7
48693 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles. The fuel line has a compression point that can weaken, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
2013 AUDI A7
28249 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 and Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a fuel hose in the engine compartment that may degrade and leak fuel.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
2013 AUDI A7
21074 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Audi A6 vehicles manufactured March 28, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles manufactured January 25, 2011, to March 19, 2013. In vehicles with heated and cooled seats, the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS), used to enable the front passenger air bags, may malfunction and prevent the passenger-side air bags from deploying in a crash.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.
2013 AUDI A7
26008 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Complaints
2013 AUDI A7
ID: 2089043UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Recall completed TWICE but manufacturer cannot keep their information updated correctly and claims the recall is open and WILL NOT COMPLETE THE RECALL WORK AT ANY DEALERSHIP!