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2024, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"year": 2025, "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "recent_12m": 1, "prior_12m": 1, "recent_trend": null, "keywords": []}], "worst_year": 2018, "best_year": 2024, "years_high": [2018, 2021], "years_low": [2020, 2022, 2024], "avg_per_year": 7.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "idx_vs_segment": 0.48, "band": "far_fewer", "trend": {"label": "improving", "pct": -49.0, "from_years": [2018, 2019], "to_years": [2022, 2023], "from_idx": 0.22, "to_idx": 0.11, "from_early": 18, "to_early": 8}, "filed_by_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 10}, {"year": 2019, "count": 17}, {"year": 2020, "count": 18}, {"year": 2021, "count": 18}, {"year": 2022, "count": 32}, {"year": 2023, "count": 57}, {"year": 2024, "count": 76}, {"year": 2025, "count": 76}, {"year": 2026, "count": 45}], "recent_12m": 69, "prior_12m": 83, "recent_trend": "steady", "recent_pct": -17.0, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 44, "share": 12.6}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 51, "share": 14.6}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 41, "share": 11.7}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 83, "share": 23.8}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 130, "share": 37.2}], "median_age_months": 51, "keywords": [{"term": "side marker", "docs": 19, "ratio": 290.1}, {"term": "marker light", "docs": 17, "ratio": 304.7}, {"term": "malfunction", "docs": 52, "ratio": 5.0}, {"term": "water pump", "docs": 22, "ratio": 30.1}, {"term": "light defective", "docs": 13, "ratio": 297.8}, {"term": "spring", "docs": 19, "ratio": 14.9}, {"term": "generator", "docs": 11, "ratio": 34.6}, {"term": "coil", "docs": 14, "ratio": 11.4}], "investigations": [], "segment_rank": 1, "segment_n": 9, "peers": [{"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "avg_per_year": 7.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 349, "recalls": 20, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 1, "self": true}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "NX", "avg_per_year": 8.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 123, "recalls": 7, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 2, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "avg_per_year": 11.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.27, "top_group": "airbags", "complaints": 303, "recalls": 8, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 3, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "avg_per_year": 12.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.3, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 476, "recalls": 2, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 4, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "avg_per_year": 13.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.33, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 510, "recalls": 3, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 5, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "avg_per_year": 14.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.33, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 553, "recalls": 19, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 6, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "avg_per_year": 14.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.35, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 606, "recalls": 41, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 7, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "avg_per_year": 22.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.53, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 768, "recalls": 42, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 8, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "avg_per_year": 27.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.66, "top_group": "engine", "complaints": 923, "recalls": 16, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 9, "self": false}], "changed": "2026-09-04"}, "model_years": [{"first_filed": "2018-01-17", "last_filed": "2026-07-22", "median_filing_delay_days": 6, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 141, "crashes": 3, "fires": 0, "injuries": 3, "deaths": 0, "severe": 3, "severe_share": 2.1, "injuries_per_100": 2.1, "per_year": 16.3, "age_years": 8.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 38, "share": 27.0, "ratio": 1.22}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 22, "share": 15.6, "ratio": 6.26}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 17, "share": 12.1, "ratio": 7.74}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 14, "share": 9.9, "ratio": 0.63}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 13, "share": 9.2, "ratio": 1.03}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 10, "share": 7.1, "ratio": 1.17}, {"group": "steering", "count": 6, "share": 4.3, "ratio": 0.66}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 5, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 0.3}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 5, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 0.92}, {"group": "structure", "count": 4, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.31}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.49}, {"group": "adas", "count": 3, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 0.37}, {"group": "other", "count": 1, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.39}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 10}, {"year": 2019, "count": 14}, {"year": 2020, "count": 6}, {"year": 2021, "count": 9}, {"year": 2022, "count": 12}, {"year": 2023, "count": 16}, {"year": 2024, "count": 34}, {"year": 2025, "count": 29}, {"year": 2026, "count": 11}], "early": 24, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 13, "share": 9.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 15, "share": 10.6}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 6, "share": 4.3}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 23, "share": 16.3}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 84, "share": 59.6}], "median_age_months": 69, "recent_12m": 21, "prior_12m": 35, "recent_trend": "falling", "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "20V658000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2018, "received": "2020-10-27", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.", "consequence": "In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge.  The recall began November 17, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V149000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2018, "received": "2020-03-16", "component": "STEERING", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.", "consequence": "A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began March 31, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "19V035000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2018, "received": "2019-01-16", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Q7, A6 and A7 vehicles, and 2015-2018 Audi A8 vehicles.  The left and right fuel rails may leak fuel.", "consequence": "A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel rail, free of charge.  The recall began February 28, 2019.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 24DP.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["fuel", "steering", "structure"], "recall_covered_share": 9.2, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2018, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:38:59+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.39, "idx_vs_make": 1.79, "idx_vs_year": 0.33, "idx_vs_segment": 1.08, "early_idx": 0.27, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 27, "n_in_year": 73, "peers_year": [{"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 6.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.15, "complaints": 56, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 8.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "complaints": 70, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 8.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.2, "complaints": 73, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 11.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.27, "complaints": 99, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 16.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.39, "complaints": 141, "self": true}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 19.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.45, "complaints": 165, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 23.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.55, "complaints": 201, "self": false}], "prev_year": null, "next_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 7.9, "complaints": 61}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "consumption", "docs": 11, "ratio": 33.3}, {"term": "oil", "docs": 18, "ratio": 8.4}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 27, "ratio": 3.4}, {"term": "piston", "docs": 7, "ratio": 56.9}, {"term": "water pump", "docs": 6, "ratio": 75.5}, {"term": "excessive", "docs": 8, "ratio": 18.0}], "wheels": [{"term": "spring", "docs": 11, "ratio": 136.5}, {"term": "coil", "docs": 8, "ratio": 103.6}, {"term": "rear", "docs": 15, "ratio": 7.6}, {"term": "tires", "docs": 8, "ratio": 18.6}, {"term": "broke", "docs": 6, "ratio": 24.4}, {"term": "goodyear", "docs": 3, "ratio": 306.6}], "exterior": [{"term": "side marker", "docs": 13, "ratio": 4075.1}, {"term": "marker light", "docs": 10, "ratio": 3679.8}, {"term": "light defective", "docs": 9, "ratio": 4231.8}, {"term": "front", "docs": 13, "ratio": 7.0}, {"term": "left side", "docs": 4, "ratio": 49.6}, {"term": "message", "docs": 5, "ratio": 6.0}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2019-03-28", "last_filed": "2026-06-10", "median_filing_delay_days": 7, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 61, "crashes": 5, "fires": 0, "injuries": 0, "deaths": 0, "severe": 5, "severe_share": 8.2, "injuries_per_100": 0.0, "per_year": 7.9, "age_years": 7.7, "by_group": [{"group": "wheels", "count": 12, "share": 19.7, "ratio": 7.9}, {"group": "steering", "count": 8, "share": 13.1, "ratio": 2.02}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 8, "share": 13.1, "ratio": 3.04}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 7, "share": 11.5, "ratio": 0.73}, {"group": "engine", "count": 6, "share": 9.8, "ratio": 0.44}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 5, "share": 8.2, "ratio": 0.91}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 4, "share": 6.6, "ratio": 0.57}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 6.6, "ratio": 1.15}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 3, "share": 4.9, "ratio": 0.81}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 2, "share": 3.3, "ratio": 2.11}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 1, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.42}, {"group": "structure", "count": 1, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.17}], "top_group": "wheels", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2019, "count": 3}, {"year": 2020, "count": 10}, {"year": 2021, "count": 6}, {"year": 2022, "count": 4}, {"year": 2023, "count": 8}, {"year": 2024, "count": 15}, {"year": 2025, "count": 11}, {"year": 2026, "count": 4}], "early": 13, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 6, "share": 9.8}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 8, "share": 13.1}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 5, "share": 8.2}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 16, "share": 26.2}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 26, "share": 42.6}], "median_age_months": 55, "recent_12m": 6, "prior_12m": 13, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 4, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "20V658000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2019, "received": "2020-10-27", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.", "consequence": "In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge.  The recall began November 17, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V149000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2019, "received": "2020-03-16", "component": "STEERING", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q8 and 2017-2019 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The bolt connecting the steering shaft to the steering gear may loosen, possibly resulting in a loss of steering control.", "consequence": "A sudden loss of loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Volkswagen will notify owners, and Audi dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering shaft bolt, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began March 31, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 36A1.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V093000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2019, "received": "2020-02-19", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q7 vehicles.  In the event of a crash, the side curtain air bags may not properly inflate.", "consequence": "An air bag that does not properly inflate in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bags, free of charge.  The recall began March 19, 2020.  Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69AJ.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "19V114000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2019, "received": "2019-02-20", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles.  The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.", "consequence": "Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.", "remedy": "Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge.  The recall began March 18, 2019.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 36.1, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2019, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:00+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "idx_vs_make": 0.87, "idx_vs_year": 0.17, "idx_vs_segment": 0.52, "early_idx": 0.16, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 12, "n_in_year": 76, "peers_year": [{"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 0.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.0, "complaints": 0, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 4.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.1, "complaints": 32, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 6.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.15, "complaints": 50, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 7.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "complaints": 61, "self": true}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 8.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.21, "complaints": 68, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 21.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.52, "complaints": 167, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 23.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.57, "complaints": 183, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 25.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.6, "complaints": 193, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2018, "per_year": 16.3, "complaints": 141}, "next_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 3.9, "complaints": 26}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"wheels": [{"term": "spring", "docs": 6, "ratio": 136.5}, {"term": "coil", "docs": 5, "ratio": 118.7}, {"term": "broken", "docs": 6, "ratio": 34.7}, {"term": "rear", "docs": 9, "ratio": 8.4}, {"term": "seems", "docs": 5, "ratio": 11.3}, {"term": "alignment", "docs": 3, "ratio": 36.3}], "steering": [{"term": "steering malfunction", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1042.6}, {"term": "wheel", "docs": 3, "ratio": 5.3}, {"term": "control", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.5}, {"term": "speed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3.4}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 4, "ratio": 2.2}], "fuel": [{"term": "fuel", "docs": 7, "ratio": 14.9}, {"term": "pump", "docs": 3, "ratio": 13.5}, {"term": "malfunction", "docs": 3, "ratio": 12.5}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1.8}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2020-05-29", "last_filed": "2026-07-23", "median_filing_delay_days": 45, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 26, "crashes": 0, "fires": 1, "injuries": 1, "deaths": 0, "severe": 1, "severe_share": 3.8, "injuries_per_100": 3.8, "per_year": 3.9, "age_years": 6.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 9, "share": 34.6, "ratio": 2.2}, {"group": "engine", "count": 8, "share": 30.8, "ratio": 1.39}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 3, "share": 11.5, "ratio": 1.28}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 2, "share": 7.7, "ratio": 0.66}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 7.7, "ratio": 1.79}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 1, "share": 3.8, "ratio": 0.63}, {"group": "adas", "count": 1, "share": 3.8, "ratio": 0.66}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2020, "count": 2}, {"year": 2021, "count": 1}, {"year": 2022, "count": 1}, {"year": 2023, "count": 4}, {"year": 2024, "count": 8}, {"year": 2025, "count": 4}, {"year": 2026, "count": 6}], "early": 3, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 3, "share": 11.5}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 4, "share": 15.4}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 9, "share": 34.6}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 10, "share": 38.5}], "median_age_months": 54, "recent_12m": 6, "prior_12m": 6, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 5, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V212000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "received": "2023-03-29", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020 Q7 vehicles.  Incompatibility between the front camera control software and the heating element used for the front camera on the windshield may cause the heating element to overheat.", "consequence": "An overheated heating element can increase the risk of a fire.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the control software and replace the heater element for the front camera, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 26, 2023.  Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90N7.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V516000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-07-20", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles.  A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.", "consequence": "Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V078000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-02-17", "component": "AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "During a crash necessitating the deployment of the passenger air bag, the second stage may deploy too quickly when a child is in the front passenger seat, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge.  The recall began March 5, 2021.  Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V658000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "received": "2020-10-27", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The padding on the vehicle's C-pillar may not absorb enough impact in the event of a crash.", "consequence": "In the event of a crash, an unbelted occupant's head may impact the vehicle's C-pillar padding, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the deformation element on the C-pillars, free of charge.  The recall began November 17, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 70H8.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["adas", "airbags", "electrical", "fuel", "structure"], "recall_covered_share": 46.2, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2020, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:01+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "idx_vs_make": 0.43, "idx_vs_year": 0.1, "idx_vs_segment": 0.26, "early_idx": 0.05, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 5, "n_in_year": 82, "peers_year": [{"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 3.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "complaints": 26, "self": true}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 5.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.13, "complaints": 36, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 8.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "complaints": 54, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 12.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 80, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 16.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.38, "complaints": 107, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 16.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.39, "complaints": 109, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 18.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.44, "complaints": 123, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 33.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.78, "complaints": 220, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 7.9, "complaints": 61}, "next_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 12.5, "complaints": 71}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "electrical", "docs": 6, "ratio": 15.7}, {"term": "later", "docs": 4, "ratio": 8.3}, {"term": "waiting", "docs": 3, "ratio": 14.5}, {"term": "malfunction", "docs": 3, "ratio": 11.1}, {"term": "high", "docs": 3, "ratio": 8.2}, {"term": "warning", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1.9}], "engine": [{"term": "water pump", "docs": 5, "ratio": 298.8}, {"term": "vacuum", "docs": 3, "ratio": 111.5}, {"term": "class action", "docs": 3, "ratio": 49.6}, {"term": "faulty", "docs": 3, "ratio": 14.6}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 6, "ratio": 3.6}, {"term": "coolant", "docs": 3, "ratio": 11.8}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2021-09-18", "last_filed": "2026-08-28", "median_filing_delay_days": 8, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 71, "crashes": 3, "fires": 0, "injuries": 5, "deaths": 0, "severe": 3, "severe_share": 4.2, "injuries_per_100": 7.0, "per_year": 12.5, "age_years": 5.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 35, "share": 49.3, "ratio": 3.13}, {"group": "engine", "count": 18, "share": 25.4, "ratio": 1.14}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 6, "share": 8.5, "ratio": 0.95}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 3, "share": 4.2, "ratio": 1.69}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.65}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.73}, {"group": "adas", "count": 2, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.49}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.12}, {"group": "steering", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.22}, {"group": "structure", "count": 1, "share": 1.4, "ratio": 0.15}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2021, "count": 2}, {"year": 2022, "count": 11}, {"year": 2023, "count": 20}, {"year": 2024, "count": 8}, {"year": 2025, "count": 18}, {"year": 2026, "count": 12}], "early": 13, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 2, "share": 2.8}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 12, "share": 16.9}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 19, "share": 26.8}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 28, "share": 39.4}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 10, "share": 14.1}], "median_age_months": 38, "recent_12m": 20, "prior_12m": 12, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 9, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V201000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2025-03-31", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 SQ8, A6 SEDAN, A7, A8, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S6 SEDAN, S7, S8, A6 Allroad, and SQ7 vehicles.  Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail.", "consequence": "An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the instrument panel module software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2025.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90VC.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V742000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-10-05", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles.  Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022.  Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V516000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-07-20", "component": "FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi Q8, and 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles.  A component inside the fuel pump may break, causing the fuel pump to fail.", "consequence": "Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 20DR.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V034000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-01-26", "component": "TIRES", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V606000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-08-05", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021.  Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V295000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-04-26", "component": "SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles.  The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.", "consequence": "A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V078000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-02-17", "component": "AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Audi Q7 vehicles.  The air bag control module may deploy the second stage of the front passenger air bag too quickly after the first stage when the seat is occupied by an unbelted child.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "During a crash necessitating the deployment of the passenger air bag, the second stage may deploy too quickly when a child is in the front passenger seat, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the air bag control module, free of charge.  The recall began March 5, 2021.  Owners can contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 69BV.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "20V749000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "received": "2020-12-02", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A6 Allroad, Q7, RS6 and RS7 vehicles.  The electrical connector can detach from the door crash sensor in either of the front doors.", "consequence": "A detached connector can delay the activation of the restraint systems, including the side air bag, curtain air bag and/or seat-belt pretensioners during a side impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, replace the crash sensors in both front doors, free of charge.  The recall began December 23, 2020.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 69BM.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "fuel", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 59.2, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2021, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:02+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.3, "idx_vs_make": 1.37, "idx_vs_year": 0.33, "idx_vs_segment": 0.83, "early_idx": 0.21, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 27, "n_in_year": 85, "peers_year": [{"make": "Lexus", "model": "NX", "per_year": 3.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.07, "complaints": 17, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 11.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.26, "complaints": 63, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 12.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 70, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 12.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.3, "complaints": 71, "self": true}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 15.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 88, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 17.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "complaints": 99, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 18.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 103, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 18.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.44, "complaints": 106, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 3.9, "complaints": 26}, "next_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 3.9, "complaints": 18}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"electrical": [{"term": "electrical system", "docs": 11, "ratio": 17.6}, {"term": "generator", "docs": 6, "ratio": 188.3}, {"term": "system malfunction", "docs": 7, "ratio": 43.9}, {"term": "cockpit", "docs": 3, "ratio": 513.9}, {"term": "display", "docs": 7, "ratio": 8.5}, {"term": "instrument cluster", "docs": 5, "ratio": 19.4}], "engine": [{"term": "water pump", "docs": 7, "ratio": 185.9}, {"term": "vacuum system", "docs": 4, "ratio": 1776.3}, {"term": "coolant migration", "docs": 3, "ratio": 3425.8}, {"term": "starter generator", "docs": 3, "ratio": 1199.0}, {"term": "contamination", "docs": 3, "ratio": 119.3}, {"term": "lawsuit", "docs": 4, "ratio": 35.2}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-07-28", "last_filed": "2026-08-05", "median_filing_delay_days": 6, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 18, "crashes": 2, "fires": 0, "injuries": 2, "deaths": 0, "severe": 2, "severe_share": 11.1, "injuries_per_100": 11.1, "per_year": 3.9, "age_years": 4.7, "by_group": [{"group": "engine", "count": 8, "share": 44.4, "ratio": 2.0}, {"group": "adas", "count": 3, "share": 16.7, "ratio": 2.91}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 3, "share": 16.7, "ratio": 1.86}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 11.1, "ratio": 2.91}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 1, "share": 5.6, "ratio": 0.48}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 1, "share": 5.6, "ratio": 0.36}], "top_group": "engine", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 4}, {"year": 2023, "count": 4}, {"year": 2024, "count": 3}, {"year": 2025, "count": 2}, {"year": 2026, "count": 5}], "early": 8, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 4, "share": 22.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 5, "share": 27.8}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 2, "share": 11.1}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 7, "share": 38.9}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 24, "recent_12m": 5, "prior_12m": 3, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2022, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V806000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-10-26", "component": "EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles.  The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V825000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2022, "received": "2021-10-20", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.  A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["electrical"], "recall_covered_share": 5.6, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2022, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:04+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "idx_vs_make": 0.43, "idx_vs_year": 0.1, "idx_vs_segment": 0.26, "early_idx": 0.11, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 8, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 3.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "complaints": 18, "self": true}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "NX", "per_year": 6.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.15, "complaints": 30, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 8.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.19, "complaints": 38, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 9.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 46, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 13.3, "idx_vs_all": 0.32, "complaints": 62, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 14.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.35, "complaints": 69, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 15.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.36, "complaints": 70, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 15.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.36, "complaints": 70, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 36.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.86, "complaints": 169, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 12.5, "complaints": 71}, "next_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 4.4, "complaints": 16}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {"engine": [{"term": "vacuum", "docs": 3, "ratio": 111.5}, {"term": "lines", "docs": 3, "ratio": 64.4}, {"term": "technical", "docs": 3, "ratio": 40.1}, {"term": "critical", "docs": 3, "ratio": 32.4}, {"term": "operating", "docs": 3, "ratio": 22.3}, {"term": "engine", "docs": 6, "ratio": 3.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2023-05-09", "last_filed": "2026-02-05", "median_filing_delay_days": 4, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 16, "crashes": 0, "fires": 0, "injuries": 1, "deaths": 0, "severe": 0, "severe_share": 0.0, "injuries_per_100": 6.2, "per_year": 4.4, "age_years": 3.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 3, "share": 18.8, "ratio": 1.19}, {"group": "engine", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 0.56}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 1.07}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 2.06}, {"group": "adas", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 2.18}, {"group": "structure", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 1.36}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 2, "share": 12.5, "ratio": 1.39}, {"group": "other", "count": 1, "share": 6.2, "ratio": 3.43}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2023, "count": 5}, {"year": 2024, "count": 4}, {"year": 2025, "count": 6}, {"year": 2026, "count": 1}], "early": 9, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 5, "share": 31.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 7, "share": 43.8}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 4, "share": 25.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 17, "recent_12m": 2, "prior_12m": 7, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2023, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V251000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-04-03", "component": "AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles.  An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.", "consequence": "A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V868000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-12-20", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles.  The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, \"Side Impact Protection.\"", "consequence": "An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical"], "recall_covered_share": 18.8, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2023, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:07+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.1, "idx_vs_make": 0.48, "idx_vs_year": 0.1, "idx_vs_segment": 0.29, "early_idx": 0.11, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 11, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 3.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.07, "complaints": 11, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "NX", "per_year": 4.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.1, "complaints": 15, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 4.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.1, "complaints": 16, "self": true}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 8.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.2, "complaints": 31, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 8.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.2, "complaints": 31, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 11.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.28, "complaints": 43, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 12.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 45, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 17.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "complaints": 65, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 17.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "complaints": 65, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 3.9, "complaints": 18}, "next_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 0.4, "complaints": 1}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2026-05-15", "last_filed": "2026-05-15", "median_filing_delay_days": 4, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 1, "crashes": 0, "fires": 0, "injuries": 0, "deaths": 0, "severe": 0, "severe_share": 0.0, "injuries_per_100": 0.0, "per_year": 0.4, "age_years": 2.7, "by_group": [{"group": "hvac", "count": 1, "share": 100.0, "ratio": 11.16}], "top_group": "hvac", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2026, "count": 1}], "early": 0, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 1, "share": 100.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 28, "recent_12m": 1, "prior_12m": 0, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2024, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V251000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-04-03", "component": "AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles.  An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.", "consequence": "A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V868000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2024, "received": "2023-12-20", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles.  The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, \"Side Impact Protection.\"", "consequence": "An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024.  Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical"], "recall_covered_share": 0.0, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 0, "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2024, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:39:08+00:00", "segment": "luxury-suv", "idx_vs_all": 0.01, "idx_vs_make": 0.04, "idx_vs_year": 0.01, "idx_vs_segment": 0.03, "early_idx": 0.0, "band": "far_fewer", "rank_in_year": 1, "n_in_year": 89, "peers_year": [{"make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "per_year": 0.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.01, "complaints": 1, "self": true}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLC", "per_year": 11.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.28, "complaints": 31, "self": false}, {"make": "Audi", "model": "Q5", "per_year": 12.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.3, "complaints": 34, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X3", "per_year": 13.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.32, "complaints": 36, "self": false}, {"make": "Acura", "model": "MDX", "per_year": 15.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.36, "complaints": 40, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "NX", "per_year": 16.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.39, "complaints": 44, "self": false}, {"make": "Mercedes-Benz", "model": "GLE", "per_year": 18.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.44, "complaints": 50, "self": false}, {"make": "Lexus", "model": "RX", "per_year": 20.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.5, "complaints": 56, "self": false}, {"make": "BMW", "model": "X5", "per_year": 53.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.28, "complaints": 144, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 4.4, "complaints": 16}, "next_year": {"year": 2025, "per_year": 9.0, "complaints": 15}, "investigations": [], "keywords": {}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-10-12", "last_filed": "2026-08-30", "median_filing_delay_days": 22, "limited_data": true, "complaints": 15, "crashes": 1, "fires": 0, "injuries": 1, "deaths": 0, "severe": 1, "severe_share": 6.7, "injuries_per_100": 6.7, "per_year": 9.0, "age_years": 1.7, "by_group": [{"group": "electrical", "count": 6, "share": 40.0, "ratio": 2.54}, {"group": "adas", "count": 4, "share": 26.7, "ratio": 4.65}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 2, "share": 13.3, "ratio": 1.48}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 1, "share": 6.7, "ratio": 0.58}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 1, "share": 6.7, "ratio": 1.1}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 1, "share": 6.7, "ratio": 4.29}], "top_group": "electrical", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 4}, {"year": 2025, "count": 6}, {"year": 2026, "count": 5}], "early": 15, "early_closed": false, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 11, "share": 73.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 4, "share": 26.7}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 6, "recent_12m": 8, "prior_12m": 7, "recent_trend": null, "recalls": 2, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V900000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-12-19", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2026 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of models. A software error may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.  Audi's number for this recall is 90TV. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V777000", "make": "Audi", "model": "Q7", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-11-12", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 Audi RS Q8, Audi Q8, Audi Q7, and Audi SQ8 vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.", "consequence": "A seat belt that is missing a rivet may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Dealers will replace both front seat belt buckles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 3, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 692K. 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