Audi S7 years to avoid and best years
Newer Audi S7 years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2016 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (15 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2015 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2020 at 0 (from 3 complaints), and 2013 at 0 (from 16 complaints). The 2025 Audi S7 is too early to compare, at 0 per year so far, from 0 complaints. On the 2016 Audi S7, 7 of 15 complaints name Engine.
Data as of .
2015
2020
2013
2025
Audi S7 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Audi S7. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 22 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 22 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 22 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — | 22 |
| 2021 → | 0 | 3 | 10 | Electrical system | 22 |
| 2020 → Fewest | 0 | 3 | 6 | Fuel and propulsion system | 22 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — | 18 |
| 2017 → | 0 | 5 | 2 | Electrical system | 21 |
| 2016 → Most | 0 | 15 | 2 | Engine | 21 |
| 2015 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 3 | Engine | 20 |
| 2014 → | 0 | 14 | 4 | Engine | 20 |
| 2013 → Fewest | 0 | 16 | 3 | Engine | 20 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Sportback
- Oil
- 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, or 5W-40 (engine dependent; confirm on cap)
- Tire size
- 255/40R19 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V370000 covers certain 2013-2018 Audi S7 models (with S6, A6/A7, and RS7 with basic seats) where the front-passenger seat body-sensing mat may cause the PODS module to malfunction so the passenger air bag may not deploy properly; dealers install a PODS repair kit. Recall 13V450000 covers certain 2013-2014 S7 and S6 models for fuel-line issues. Recall 22V178000 covers certain 2013-2017 S7 models (with A8, S6, S8, and RS7) where the turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked and wear bearings, which can stall the engine.
- Body styles
- Sportback
- Oil
- 0W-30 (confirm on cap)
- Tire size
- 255/40R20 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
Recall 21V159000 covers certain 2020-2021 S7 models (with RS6 Avant, RS7, A6 Allroad, and S6) for an air bag concern as stated in NHTSA's summary. Recall 22V155000 and 22V861000 cover overlapping 2020-2022 S7 models for fuel-gauge and electrical issues shared with S6, A6 Allroad, RS6, and RS7. Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including S7 where rearview camera software may prevent the image from displaying.
Frequently asked questions
Which Audi S7 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2015 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2020 at 0 (from 3 complaints), and 2013 at 0 (from 16 complaints).
Which Audi S7 year has the most owner complaints?
2016 has the most complaints per year, at 0 (15 complaints). On the 2016 Audi S7, 7 of 15 complaints name Engine.
How do Audi S7 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Audi S7 years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Audi S7 years are too early to compare?
The 2025 Audi S7 is too early to compare, at 0 per year so far, from 0 complaints.
What engine oil does a US Audi S7 use?
0W-30 (confirm on cap)
What tire sizes fit a US Audi S7?
Published US specs commonly list front 255/40R20 (trim dependent) and rear 255/40R20 (trim dependent); confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Audi S7?
Recall 21V159000 covers certain 2020-2021 S7 models (with RS6 Avant, RS7, A6 Allroad, and S6) for an air bag concern as stated in NHTSA's summary. Recall 22V155000 and 22V861000 cover overlapping 2020-2022 S7 models for fuel-gauge and electrical issues shared with S6, A6 Allroad, RS6, and RS7. Recall 25V900000 covers certain 2019-2026 Audi models including S7 where rearview camera software may prevent the image from displaying.