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2012 AUDI A7 Safety Overview

The 2012 AUDI A7 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
  • Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  • Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:fuel rail

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as 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.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for AUDI A7 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 AUDI A7 18V370000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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.

NHTSA Recall 18V370000: If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/4/2018
2012 AUDI A7 17V781000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V781000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/6/2017
2012 AUDI A7 16V646000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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

NHTSA Recall 16V646000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/7/2016
2012 AUDI A7 15V823000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant injury in a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V823000: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of occupant... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/8/2015
2012 AUDI A7 15V019000

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V019000: A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/20/2015

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.