Recalls: Audi 4M SQ7
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Audi 4M SQ7
Audi 4M SQ7 (seven seats): third row seats may deform in collision
In October 2016, a recall was issued for 2016 and 2017 model year Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles that had seven seats. In these vehicles, indentations on the cross-piece of the third row of seats were not designed and manufactured to the correct specifications. As a result, the third row seat structure may deform in the event of a collision and this could increase the risk of injury. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2016/15682.
2016-19 Audi 4M SQ7: connection between steering shaft and rack
In April 2020, recall campaign 36A1 was issued for Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles that were manufactured prior to February 2019. In these vehicles, the bolted connection between the steering shaft and the steering rack may not have been tightened to the required torque. If the bolted connection loosened, the driver may lose control of the steering and this increased the risk of a collision. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18278.
2020 Audi 4M SQ7: connector detached from crash sensor
In February 2021, recall campaign 69BM was issued for Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles manufactured between July 2020 and September 2020. In these vehicles, a connector may become detached from the crash sensor and this may delay the operation of the side airbag, curtain airbag and/or belt tensioner. In the event of a collision, these delays increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see PRA 2020/18756.
2018-21 Audi 4M SQ7: seatbelt warning may operate occasionally
In July 2021, recall campaign 90P5 was issued for 2018-21 Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles. The seatbelt warning (acoustic warning tone and visual display) may operate occasionally, rather than continuously, in circumstances such as a seatbelt not fastened or unfastened while the vehicle was moving. If the warning did not sound continuously, a seatbelt may be unbuckled without the driver being informed. In the event of a collision, this condition increased the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-001650.
2018-21 Audi 4M SQ7: fuel delivery unit could break
In January 2023, recall campaign 20DR was issued for 2018-21 Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, the fuel delivery unit inside the fuel tank may break. If this occurs, it could result in broken pieces damaging the fuel delivery system. This could cause a sudden loss of motive power, which increased the risk of a collision and injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. Furthermore, the emission control system warning lamp may illuminate. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005604.
2023 Audi 4M SQ7: incorrectly welded seat frame
In November 2023, recall campaign 72N5 was issued for 2023 Audi 4M SQ7 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect, the outer backrest frame of the front seats may have been incorrectly welded. As a result, the seat frame could fracture. In the event of a collision, a fractured seat frame could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-005841.
Problems and faults: Audi 4M SQ7
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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Problems and faults: Audi 4M SQ7
No troubleshooting information is currently available for the Audi 4M SQ7.
