2021 Audi Rs 7 Safety Report

The 2021 Audi RS 7 presents a relatively clean safety record based on the limited NHTSA data available, with only 3 total complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths reported. This low complaint volume is typical for a low-production, high-performance vehicle. The complaints, though few, point to significant issues: one related to the POWER TRAIN, one to the ENGINE, and one to the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Specific complaints mention sudden overheating, excessive oil consumption with a coolant smell, and a critical 48V electrical system failure causing the vehicle to stop in an intersection. Despite the low complaint count, the vehicle has been subject to two safety recalls. One recall addresses a software error that may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying, increasing the risk of a crash. The second recall concerns a software error in the instrument cluster/panel, which could lead to the failure of critical safety information display (like speedometer or warning lights), also increasing crash risk. These recalls highlight potential software-related safety vulnerabilities. NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2021 Audi RS 7 are not available (N/A) for Overall, Frontal, Side, or Rollover categories. This lack of independent crash test data means a comprehensive assessment of its passive safety performance cannot be made from NHTSA sources. However, the active safety features addressed by the recalls (rearview camera, instrument cluster) are crucial for preventing incidents. In summary, while direct crash test data is absent, the 2021 Audi RS 7 shows a very low incidence of reported complaints to NHTSA. The few complaints, however, describe severe mechanical and electrical failures. The two recalls address significant software-related safety concerns that could impair driver visibility or access to critical vehicle information. Potential buyers should be aware of these specific issues and ensure recall remedies have been applied.

Our recommendation: Given the low complaint volume but presence of severe mechanical/electrical issues and two safety recalls, ensure all recall remedies have been performed and consider an extended warranty for potential 48V system or engine issues.