What is the 2020-2022 Audi S7 Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2)?

On certain 2020-2022 S7 vehicles, liquid spilled in the rear seat can reach the gateway control module, shut it down, and suddenly reduce engine power. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2021 Audi S7 Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034)?

Certain 2020-2021 S7 rear trailing-arm lock nuts can fracture from stress corrosion and misalign the rear axle. A follow-up recall covers vehicles whose alignment and tire condition may not have been checked after the first repair. Severity: high.

What is the 2020-2024 Audi S7 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV)?

Within the official 25V900 Part 573 model scope, certain 2020-2024 S7 vehicles can fail to display the rearview-camera image as intended because of a software error. Severity: high.

What is the 2021 Audi S7 Incorrect Brake-Fluid Reservoir Cap Label (Recall 23V601 / 47T9)?

Certain 2021 S7 vehicles may have an incorrectly labeled brake-fluid reservoir cap, which can lead to use of the wrong fluid and reduced braking ability. Severity: high.

What is the 2013-2016 Audi S7 4.0 TFSI Crankcase Breather Leak With Warm-Idle Whistle (TSB 2040644/3)?

Audi TSB 2040644/3 covers 2013-2016 S7 4.0 TFSI vehicles with a warm-idle metallic whistle or grinding sound, an intermittent MIL, and P2279 or P0507 caused by a leaking crankcase-breather pressure-regulating valve. Severity: medium.

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2013-2018, 2020-2024 Audi S7 Problems & Issues

2013-2018, 2020-2024 model years · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated July 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013-2018, 2020-2024 Audi S7 has 10 documented known issues, with 9 rated critical. The most serious are 4.0L Fuel Line Can Leak and Create a Fire Risk (Recall 13V450 / 20U6), Rear Seat-Belt Retractor Can Release a Child Restraint Early (Recall 21V606 / 69CS), Instrument Panel May Fail to Display Critical Safety Information (Recall 25V201 / 90VC), Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2), Passenger Occupant Detection Mat Can Disable the Airbag (Recall 18V370 / 74D5), Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034), Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV), Turbocharger Oil-Supply Strainer Can Block and Cause Engine Stall (Recall 22V178 / 21H7) and Incorrect Brake-Fluid Reservoir Cap Label (Recall 23V601 / 47T9). at .

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What are the most common Audi S7 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013-2018, 2020-2024 Audi S7 has 10 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: 4.0L Fuel Line Can Leak and Create a Fire Risk (Recall 13V450 / 20U6), Rear Seat-Belt Retractor Can Release a Child Restraint Early (Recall 21V606 / 69CS), Instrument Panel May Fail to Display Critical Safety Information (Recall 25V201 / 90VC). Of these, 9 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi S7 reliable?

The 2013-2018, 2020-2024 Audi S7 has 10 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 9 issues are rated critical: 4.0L Fuel Line Can Leak and Create a Fire Risk (Recall 13V450 / 20U6) and Rear Seat-Belt Retractor Can Release a Child Restraint Early (Recall 21V606 / 69CS) and Instrument Panel May Fail to Display Critical Safety Information (Recall 25V201 / 90VC) and Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2) and Passenger Occupant Detection Mat Can Disable the Airbag (Recall 18V370 / 74D5) and Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034) and Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV) and Turbocharger Oil-Supply Strainer Can Block and Cause Engine Stall (Recall 22V178 / 21H7) and Incorrect Brake-Fluid Reservoir Cap Label (Recall 23V601 / 47T9). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What year Audi S7 is the most reliable?

Reliability varies across model years of the Audi S7. Based on documented issues, problems are most commonly reported in earlier model years. Au7o recommends checking the specific known issues for your target year before purchasing, and having a pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified mechanic. Our known issues database covers the 2013-2018, 2020-2024 Audi S7 with 10 documented issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports.

What is the 2013-2014 Audi S7 4.0L Fuel Line Can Leak and Create a Fire Risk (Recall 13V450 / 20U6)?

Certain 2013-2014 S7 vehicles with the 4.0L engine can develop a fuel-line leak because of manufacturing tolerances, creating a fire risk near an ignition source. Severity: high.

All 10 Known Issues

2021 Audi S7: Rear Seat-Belt Retractor Can Release a Child Restraint Early (Recall 21V606 / 69CS)#

2013-2018 Audi S7: Passenger Occupant Detection Mat Can Disable the Airbag (Recall 18V370 / 74D5)#

2020-2024 Audi S7: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV)#

2021 Audi S7: Instrument Panel May Fail to Display Critical Safety Information (Recall 25V201 / 90VC)#

2020-2022 Audi S7: Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2)#

2013-2017 Audi S7: Turbocharger Oil-Supply Strainer Can Block and Cause Engine Stall (Recall 22V178 / 21H7)#

2013-2016 Audi S7: 4.0 TFSI Crankcase Breather Leak With Warm-Idle Whistle (TSB 2040644/3)#

2013-2014 Audi S7: 4.0L Fuel Line Can Leak and Create a Fire Risk (Recall 13V450 / 20U6)#

2020-2021 Audi S7: Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034)#

2021 Audi S7: Incorrect Brake-Fluid Reservoir Cap Label (Recall 23V601 / 47T9)#

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