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Year 2012
Make Audi
Model A7
Fuel Type Gasoline
Engine 3L Audi
Made in GERMANY
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| Generation | Name | Years | Platform | Body | Key changes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C7 | Type 4G8 | 2011-2018 | Volkswagen MLB | 5-door liftback (Sportback) | Debut generation; 2.8L-4.0L V6/V8 engines; S tronic dual-clutch, multitronic CVT, or 8-speed auto; MMI infotainment; facelift in 2015 (LED headlights, virtual cockpit) |
| C8 | Type 4K8 | 2018-present | Volkswagen MLB Evo | 5-door liftback (Sportback); 4-door sedan (A7L, China only) | Mild-hybrid 48V system; 2.0L turbo I4 and 3.0L turbo V6; dual-touchscreen MMI; adaptive air suspension; matrix LED headlights; PHEV variant (A7 PHEV) |
| Generation | NHTSA | IIHS |
|---|---|---|
| C7 (2012-2018) | Not rated | Top Safety Pick (2012-2014 models) |
| C8 (2019-present) | Not rated | Top Safety Pick+ (2019-2020 models) |
Total recalls: 3
| Date | Records |
|---|---|
|
21V606000 |
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER: RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." |
|
22V034000 |
TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed. |
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22V155000 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL: FUEL GAUGE: FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 RS6 Avant and RS7, 2020-2022 A6 Allroad, S6 Sedan, and S7, and 2019-2022 A6 Sedan and A7 vehicles. The fuel level sender may stick, causing an inaccurate fuel level reading to be displayed on the instrument cluster. |
| Annual Maintenance | Repair Range | Insurance | Depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,200-$1,800 | $1,500-$3,500/year | $2,000-$2,800/year (luxury executive class) | ~55-65% (luxury segment average) |
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| Pos | Character(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W | Manufacturing country: GERMANY |
| 2 | A | Manufacturer: Audi |
| 3 | U | Vehicle type: PASSENGER CAR |
| 4 | Y | Model: A7 |
| 5 | G | Body Style: Sedan/Saloon |
| 6 | A |
Cylinders: 6 Engine Displacement (L): 3 Engine HP: 310 Primary Fuel Type: Gasoline |
| 7 | F |
Trim: Premium Plus quattro Transmission Style: Automatic |
| 8 | C | Safety/Restraint: - |
| 9 | 7 | Check digit (ISO 3779) |
| 10 | C | Model year: 2012 |
| 11 | N | Plant Information: NECKARSULM GERMANY |
| 12–17 | 000001–999999 | Sequential production number (varies) |
These items appear in a full VIN report the decoder itself shows factory specifications.
The Audi A7 VIN code is what is used to decode vehicle details and is printed on the inside frame or jamb of the driver-side front door or on the dashboard on the driver’s side.
Digit 1 is where the car was assembled, digit 2 indicates the manufacturer, digit 3 is the vehicle type, digits 4-8 describe the model, body style, engine type, and transmission, digit 9 verifies the VIN is valid, digits 10-11 indicate the model year and factory of assembly, and digits 12-17 are the factory’s production sequence number. Enter the VIN number into the Audi A7 decoder to lookup vehicle details.
Enter the VIN number into the Audi A7 decoder to lookup a report on the vehicle’s options such as the transmission, trim color, emissions specifications, and anything that was changed in the production process. Check Audi specs with VIN.
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