2017 Audi Q7 vs 2017 Toyota Highlander
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 | 2017 Audi Q7 | 2017 Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 317 | 261 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,221 | 265 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 22–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 34,000 mi | 20,590 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q7 | Toyota Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 133 | 4 |
| Engine | 59 | 44 |
| Electrical System | 52 | 46 |
| Power Train | 10 | 70 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 17 | 28 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 28 |
| Suspension | 32 | 4 |
| Steering | 19 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 20 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 9 | 6 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Stalling | 8 | 37 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 29 |
2017 Audi Q7
2017 Toyota Highlander
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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.