NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Audi Q7
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Audi Q7 is a three-row luxury midsize SUV aimed squarely at premium family buyers who want European refinement alongside genuine passenger capacity. Competing against the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE, the Q7 positions itself as a sophisticated daily driver with room for seven. Our coverage spans the 2019 through 2025 model years, giving shoppers a thorough look at its safety track record across a meaningful stretch of production.
The 2019 Audi Q7 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 83 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 4 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally praise the Q7 for its composed, upscale driving character and well-appointed interior that sets a high bar in the three-row luxury SUV segment. Most acknowledge that the third row is better suited to children than adults. The ride quality and technology integration tend to draw consistent approval, while some reviewers note the complexity of its infotainment and driver-assistance systems as a learning curve.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13715
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS20V658000
Risk: In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge. The recall began November 17, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.
Reported 2020-10-27
STEERING20V149000
Risk: A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 31, 2020. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.
Reported 2020-03-16
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW20V093000
Risk: An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AJ.
Reported 2020-02-19
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER19V114000
Risk: Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
Reported 2019-02-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
61 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.