NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 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 2023 Audi Q7 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 88 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- 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 18533
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V900000
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Reported 2025-12-19
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V251000
Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Reported 2024-04-03
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW23V868000
Risk: An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
Reported 2023-12-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.