2013 Audi Q7 vs 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Audi Q7 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,226 | 978 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 72,000 mi | 41,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q7 | Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 6 |
| Engine | 11 | 4 |
| Steering | 2 | 8 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 3 |
| Wheels | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2013 Audi Q7
2013 Volkswagen Touareg
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.