Midsize car
2016 Audi RS 7: problems, recalls and fuel economy
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Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2016 Audi RS 7 with NHTSA, and it has 3 recalls. We don't rate it yet: a rating needs sales figures to turn complaints into rates.
Owner complaints
6
filed with NHTSA
Recalls
3
on record
Fuel economy
18 mpg
best version, EPA combined
Fuel, 5 years
$11,333
12,000 mi a year, $3.40/gal
What owners complain about most
Engines and fuel economy
| Version | Drive | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic (S8), 8 cyl, 4.0 L | All-Wheel Drive | 18 mpg |
Recalls
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/SuperchargerMar 23, 2022 · campaign 22V178000
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.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant ClassificationJun 4, 2018 · campaign 18V370000
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.
Equipment › Other › LabelsFeb 7, 2018 · campaign 18V096000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combined maximum weight is actually 992 lbs/450 kg. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMV
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Other years of the Audi RS 7
| Year | Reliability |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Not rated yet |
| 2017 | Not rated yet |
| 2016 | Not rated yet |
| 2015 | Not rated yet |
Questions people ask
What problems does the 2016 Audi RS 7 have?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA: engine & cooling (2), airbags & seat belts (1), electrical system (1). We don't rate it yet, so this count isn't a reliability score: popular cars get more complaints.
How many recalls does the 2016 Audi RS 7 have?
3 recalls on record with NHTSA.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Audi RS 7 get?
Up to 18 mpg combined (EPA), depending on the engine.