NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Audi S7 Safety Record
The 2021 Audi S7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 10 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Audi S7 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, leaving it without a federal Safety Index or star ratings. Its safety profile is therefore incomplete based on published data. Federal records indicate a Moderate recall and complaint burden for this model year. There are 10 recall campaigns on file, addressing components from braking systems to back-over prevention cameras. Additionally, 3 unverified owner complaints have been recorded. While this data does not confirm a safety deficiency, it means that consumers lack NHTSA crash-test scores for the 2021 S7.
The 2021 Audi S7 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and has 10 recall campaigns on record according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 10 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Audi S7?
The 2021 Audi S7 is subject to a broad range of safety recall campaigns, with 10 separate actions issued by NHTSA. These address issues from hydraulic brake fluid integrity to electrical system malfunctions, instrument cluster anomalies, and two distinct campaigns related to the back-over prevention system's camera sensing and display. This extensive recall record places the S7 in the Moderate recall and complaint burden band. The vehicle's complaint file is notably thin, with only 3 unverified reports, all pertaining to the Electrical System. No crash-test data is available for this model year, nor for any closely related S7 model year, meaning a complete safety assessment cannot be made from federal data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Audi S7 have any recalls?
The 2021 Audi S7 is named in 10 recall campaigns. Components involved include the hydraulic brake fluid system, the electrical system broadly, the instrument cluster and panel, back-over prevention camera sensing systems, and back-over prevention display function. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status for each campaign through the NHTSA VIN lookup, as remedy availability can change.
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V201000
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.
Reported 2025-03-31
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID23V601000
Risk: Incorrect brake fluid can reduce braking ability and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake fluid reservoir cap and, if necessary, replace it, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 47T9.
Reported 2023-08-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM22V861000
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90V2.
Reported 2022-11-21
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V742000
Risk: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
Reported 2022-10-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT22V155000
Risk: An inaccurate fuel reading may cause an engine stall due to lack of fuel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new sensor in the tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 20DN.
Reported 2022-03-14
TIRES22V034000
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Reported 2022-01-26
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR21V606000
Risk: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
Reported 2021-08-05
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY21V295000
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Reported 2021-04-26
AIR BAGS21V159000
Risk: An incorrectly manufactured air bag may not deploy properly, and could also eject plastic debris into the passenger compartment, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the passenger air bag score line, and repair it as necessary, free of charge. The recall begin March 26, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 70i2.
Reported 2021-03-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Audi S7?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Audi S7. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top component alleged is the Electrical System, cited in all three reports, with Power Train and Forward Collision Avoidance each appearing in one report. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded among these allegations.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Audi S7?
The 2021 Audi S7 is subject to 10 distinct recall campaigns, a figure that prospective owners should note. Any used 2021 Audi S7 should have its VIN checked at nhtsa.gov to confirm which of these recalls remain open and whether the remedy has been performed on that specific vehicle. While sellers are responsible for disclosing open recalls, buyer verification is a crucial step in consumer protection.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Audi S7, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year specifically.
- Ten recall campaigns are on file for this model year, covering hydraulic brake fluid, the electrical system, the instrument cluster, and two back-over prevention system components including camera sensing and display function.
- All three owner complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year allege Electrical System problems; these are unverified allegations and no crashes, injuries, or deaths are recorded among them.
- Prospective buyers should run the specific vehicle VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether any of the 10 campaigns remain open and unrepaired on that individual unit.
FAQ2021 Audi S7 safety questions
Was the 2021 Audi S7 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 10 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Audi S7 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 10 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Audi S7. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Audi S7?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Audi S7. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi S7 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.