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Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (8%)

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Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (81%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

There was a whirring noise that was speed dependent in the left front of the car - ended up being the wheel bearing was bad and had to be replaced. 

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2015 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 4dr Hatch

supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

10000 mi Notchy feeling in steering once car was warm. Dealer confirmed they lubed intermediate steering shaft and to let them know if problem returns (which it has 6 months later). 
13300 mi Notchy and/or clunk felt during slow speed (i.e. parking, etc) maneuvers. Initial action was to lube the intermediate steering shaft (ISS) but as it was reproduced during test drive, ISS was replaced under warranty. 

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2014 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

126000 mi

US $2400
Replaced both front wheel bearings 

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2014 Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 4dr Hatch

supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

36113 mi Front wheel bearings were noisy. 
6000 mi Rubbing/squeaking noise coming from the steering wheel when turned L or R around 20 degrees past center 

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2013 Audi A7 / S7 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 420hp 4.0L V8 7-speed automated manual AWD

40300 mi Air suspension warning light came on. Tech checked systems reported blocked sensor and cleared it. No parts required. 
42160 mi Air suspension warning light on again, would not clear on restart. Tech tested system, air compressor had failed. New air compressor installed under warranty 
61125 mi

C $5039
replace left rear shock absorber, old one leaking 

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2013 Audi A7 / S7 4dr Hatch

supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

24500 mi "Groan" in steering column when turning steering wheel 
48500 mi

US $80
front wheel bearings failed resulting in uneven rotor/brake pad wear 

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2012 Audi A7 4dr Hatch

supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

62000 mi

US $85
Front Lower Guide Link Worn and Replaced. Heard popping noise when driving over inclines. 
59200 mi Slight whine sound from the steering wheel when turning. 
14040 mi Intermitent "bump" in steering wheel. 

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2012 Audi A7 4dr Hatch

supercharged 310hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD

42780 mi Replaced steering rack 

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2011.5 Audi A7 4dr Hatch

204-horsepower 2.8L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD

59520 mi

€500
Car was low in back right. Turns out the air spring had to be replaced 

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Audi A7 / S7 / RS7 Suspension Problems

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