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2020 Audi Q7 Recalls

2020 Audi Q7 Recalls
Updated Jun 2, 2026·Daniel Wilson3 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2020 Audi Q7 has 7 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

Powertrain: Hybrid (HEV).

4 High Risks Found — View Now

Total Recalls

7
4 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2020 Audi Q7

The 2020 Audi Q7 has 7 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2020 Audi Q7 has 4 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2020 Audi Q7 include STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS, AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2020 Audi Q7?

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2020 Audi Q7 have?

There are 7 recall campaigns for the 2020 Audi Q7.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Review recall campaigns

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2020 Audi Q7?

There are 4 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

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Recall campaigns
7
Primary source
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Workflow
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In this guide

  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Action Plan
  3. 03Should Buyers Worry?
  4. 04NHTSA Recalls
  5. 05Data and Methodology

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Recalls for 2020 Audi Q7 Buyer's Guide

7 total campaigns, 4 marked high risk

High Risklow
ID: 20V658000

Structure

BodyRoof And Pillars

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles. The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.

High Riskcritical
ID: 21V078000

Air Bags

Air Bag/Restraint Control ModuleSoftware

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

High Riskcritical
ID: 21V078000

Air Bags

Frontal

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

High Riskcritical
ID: 22V516000

Fuel System, Gasoline

DeliveryFuel Pump

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles. A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.

low
ID: 23V212000

Forward Collision Avoidance

Sensing SystemCamera

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.

low
ID: 23V212000

Forward Collision Avoidance

Sensing SystemCamera

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles. Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.

low
ID: 25V900000

Back Over Prevention

Sensing SystemCamera

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."