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NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Audi A7 Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Jan 16, 2019

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Audi A7 average of 4.9 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Audi A7 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 19V035000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jan 16, 2019

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles. The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began February 28, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V370000

Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jun 4, 2018

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 74D5.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 17V293000

Air Bags › Side/window

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported May 1, 2017

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Audi A7 vehicles. The affected vehicles have head curtain air bags that may not deploy properly in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Safety consequence

If the head curtain airbag does not deploy properly in the event of a crash, an unbelted passenger has an increased risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected head curtain air bags, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 29, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69R2.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2016 Audi A7 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Audi A7 have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Audi A7. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Audi A7?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology