2020 Audi S7 Problems: 5 Known Issues

2020 Audi S7 Problems: 5 Known Issues | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls10 recalls

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

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."

Campaign #25V90000019/12/2025

TIRES

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.

Campaign #22V03400026/01/2022

AIR BAGS

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS6 Avant, RS7, 2020-2021 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, S7, 2019-2021 A6 Sedan, and A7 vehicles. The score line on the passenger air bag may not have been manufactured correctly.

Campaign #21V15900010/03/2021

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Campaign #21V29500026/04/2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster.

Campaign #22V15500014/03/2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi S7 problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2020 Audi S7 has 5 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2), Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034), Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV). Of these, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Audi S7 reliable?

The 2020 Audi S7 has 5 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 3 issues are rated critical: Rear-Seat Liquid Spill Can Shut Down Gateway Module (Recall 22V861 / 90V2) and Rear-Axle Lock Nut and Alignment Recall Follow-Up (21V295 / 22V034) and Rearview Camera Image May Not Display (Recall 25V900 / 90TV). 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.

How much does it cost to fix common Audi S7 problems?

Repair costs for known Audi S7 issues range from $250 to $1,800, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

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 2013-2022 Audi S7 Premature Front Brake Rotor Warping and Pad Wear?

Owners of the heavy A7/S7 frequently report premature front brake wear and rotor warping, with some replacing front rotors multiple times in well under 50k miles. The OEM rotors are relatively soft and reach minimum thickness after roughly one pad set, and uneven pad engagement l… Repairs typically run $600-$1,800. Severity: medium.

What is the 2013-2022 Audi S7 Power Liftgate Motor and Gas Strut Failure (Sportback Tailgate)?

The S7's large Sportback hatch uses a power liftgate driven by spindle/lift motors and supported by gas struts. Over time the gas struts lose pressure and the motors wear, so the hatch opens slowly or struggles, opens a few inches and stops, won't stay up (slowly drifting closed… Repairs typically run $250-$1,200. Severity: low.

2020 Audi S7 Problems: 5 Known Issues

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

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Audi S7 problems?

Is the Audi S7 reliable?

How much does it cost to fix common Audi S7 problems?

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

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

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

What is the 2013-2022 Audi S7 Premature Front Brake Rotor Warping and Pad Wear?

What is the 2013-2022 Audi S7 Power Liftgate Motor and Gas Strut Failure (Sportback Tailgate)?