2019 Audi RS 7: common problems
The maker issued 70 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 70
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 17 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative in freezing…
- This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal
- This bulletin provides information for when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative during…
- This bulletin provides information for when the Virtual cockpit displays a colorful line (pixel error)
- 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 related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle…
This bulletin provides information related to maintaining the 12V Lead-acid or AGM battery when a vehicle is parked for a prolonged period of time.
- This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by…
- Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin states that due to a software malfunction in Apple iOS Version 16.0.x there are restrictions…
This bulletin states that due to a software malfunction in Apple iOS Version 16.0.x there are restrictions with bluetooth connection.
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
NHTSA lists 70 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi RS 7?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 70 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 Audi RS 7?
NHTSA lists 70 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 2019 Audi RS 7 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 2019 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 2026-11-04.