2014 Audi Q7 vs 2014 Ford Flex
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 | 2014 Audi Q7 | 2014 Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 249 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,109 | 55 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 18–20 |
| Median reported mileage | 50,150 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q7 | Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 2 | 66 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 57 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 46 |
| Engine | 10 | 22 |
| Suspension | 3 | 26 |
| Power Train | 4 | 10 |
| Structure | 1 | 12 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 26 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 17 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 17 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
2014 Audi Q7
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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.