Does the 2016 Audi S7 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Audi S7, the most recent reported on March 23, 2022 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi S7?

Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (11 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).

How many 2016 Audi S7 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Audi S7 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S7.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Audi S7 recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger

NHTSA campaign 22V178000 · reported March 23, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 26,093 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2013-2017 A8, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, and 2014-2017 RS7 vehicles. The turbocharger oil supply strainer can become blocked, causing wear to the bearings due to lack of lubrication.
The risk: Worn bearings can cause the turbine wheel to contact the turbocharger housing or cause the shaft to break, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the oil strainer and perform an oil change, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 4, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 21H7.

Air bags: sensor, occupant classification

NHTSA campaign 18V370000 · reported June 4, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 139,249 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: 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.
The fix: 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine11
Electrical system3
Power train3
Fuel/propulsion system1
Service brakes1
Steering1
Unknown or other1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jul 15, 2025 · Engine · fire reported
Carvana sold me a 2016 Audi S7 (VIN […] ) with what was later discovered to be an odometer discrepancy. I submitted a formal complaint to the Ohio Attorney General, and Carvana subsequently issued a refund. However, after refunding me, I learned that Carvana resold the vehicle at auction without disclosing the…

Mar 8, 2024 · Electrical system
The car was driving perfectly fine until last week heading to drop my kids to school and the vehicle stopped on the middle of the street. I had no previous issues or notice. I had multiple warnings on the dashboard and now the car won't crank. I have seen several post with people with this same issue and can't find a…

Jun 21, 2022 · Unknown or other
Submitting an official complaint since there has been a lack of status update or repair resolution. I am concerned that I will have a failure resulting in injury or death since I cannot get this fixed.

Apr 12, 2022 · Power train
I have a 2016 Audi S7 that uses the notorious 7-speed DSG transmission. I started to notice some random jerking when I pull the car from the red light a month before the car completely dead on me in April 2021. One time when I was driving on the highway at 70mph it throws a "transmission malfunction" code on my dash…

Feb 17, 2022 · Engine
The engine died on the New Jersey turnpike going 70 mph. Had to coast to shoulder. Sat on the side of the highway with children in back seat for 45 mins waiting for tow which is extremely dangerous. No warning lights before or after the issue. Had to be towed to dealer. Dealer confirmed turbo system failed.

S7 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Fires
2013	3	16	0
2014	4	14	0
2015	3	1	0
2016	2	15	1
2017	2	6	0
2018	1	0	0

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Questions

Does the 2016 Audi S7 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Audi S7, the most recent reported on March 23, 2022 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, gasoline, turbo/supercharger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Audi S7?: Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (11 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2016 Audi S7 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 15 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received July 15, 2025.