Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2016 Audi S7
NHTSA data on file today
The 2016 Audi S7 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 15 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V178000 Blocked Turbocharger Oil Strainer NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #18V370000 Passenger's Air Bag may Deploy Improperly NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 11 complaints
- Electrical System 3 complaints
- Power Train 3 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Service Brakes 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
Of the 15 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$18,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2016 Audi S7 has notable issues with its engine, particularly with turbocharger components and occupant detection sensors, leading to significant recall actions. Owner complaints further underscore these concerns, indicating potential reliability issues.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| turbocharger | 50,000–80,000 miles | $2,000–$4,000 | very common |
| occupant sensor | 40,000–70,000 miles | $800–$1,200 | common |
| engine bearings | 60,000–90,000 miles | $1,500–$3,000 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 10,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 30,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 40,000 miles
- Transmission service at 60,000 miles
- Spark plugs change every 40,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Loss of turbo power
- Warning lights for PODS
- Increased engine noise
- Intermittent electrical issues
- Steering problems
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2016 Audi S7 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.