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2019 Audi Q7

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2019 Audi Q7.

Common problems

What to watch for on the 2019 Audi Q7

caution·1.8T / 2.0T EA888 (3rd gen) / 3.0L V6 turbo (EA837)

Water Pump and Thermostat Housing Leak

The plastic water pump and thermostat housing commonly crack and leak coolant.

Typical repair cost
$600 – $1,300
caution·1.8T / 2.0T EA888 (3rd gen) / 3.0L V6 turbo (EA837)

Carbon Buildup on Intake Valves

Carbon can build up on the intake valves over time.

Typical repair cost
$500 – $900

2 more known problems on the 2019 Q7

Your guide shows all of them and which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2019 Audi Q7

Recall·19V114000

Suspension: shock absorber

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall·20V658000

Structure: roof and pillars

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recall·20V149000

Steering

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

1 more in the guide, with whether each one was done on the car you're looking at.

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 63 owners reported

Steering10
Suspension10
Fuel/propulsion system7
Electrical system6

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2019 Audi Q7 at a glance

Trims
2.0T Premium2.0T Premium Plus2.0T Prestige3.0T Premium3.0T Premium Plus3.0T Prestige
Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 3.0L 6-Cylinder Supercharged
Transmission
Automatic 8-spd
Drivetrain
AWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
SUV
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2019 Audi Q7?

Owners have filed 63 complaints about the 2019 Audi Q7 with NHTSA, most often about the steering. There are 4 recall campaigns covering this model year. Known problems on its engines include water pump and thermostat housing leak, carbon buildup on intake valves and pcv valve failure. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2019 Audi Q7 reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 4 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2019 Audi Q7?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2019 Audi Q7 listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.