AI Damage2023 Audi A7 Phev: common problems
The maker issued 42 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 42
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information when there is function restriction with event memory P071800 - P276800…
This bulletin provides information when there is function restriction with event memory P071800 - P276800 (symptom 20736-20737).
- This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries
- This bulletin provides information for when there is excessive clutch slippage in PHEV; DTC P288200
- This bulletin provides information for when the MIL is on with DTC P0EE200
A/C Refrigerant Distribution Valve "B" Stuck/Open" stored in C5 - Thermal management.
- This bulletin provides information for when the seat belt or presense warning appears sporadically while…
- This bulletin provides information for when there is a rear wheel steering malfunction; DTC B200FF0 or C12A329
- This bulletin provides information for when there is an active steering malfunction with DTC B200FF0
- This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer level warning is on but the reservoir is full
- This bulletin provides guidance regarding the use of the Audi connect Activation card in instances when…
This bulletin provides guidance regarding the use of the Audi connect Activation card in instances when the key user cannot be set up using the MMI.
- This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights…
This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.
- This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding,…
This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.
NHTSA lists 42 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi A7 Phev?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 42 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 Audi A7 Phev?
NHTSA lists 42 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Audi A7 Phev from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.