Exterior Lighting Problems of Audi Q7

Audi Q7 owners have reported 138 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (133 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Audi Q7


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of Audi Q7

The Exterior Lighting problem

Front right side marker light is showing defective on 2017 Audi Q7. Light appears to be on but is still throwing error message. Safety issue as I have no visibility when driving to determine whether or not the light is properly working - anything regarding light faults should be considered a safety   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The headlights have internal fractures in the headlight lenses. Note this is not on the surface of the lens. The fractures reduce light output, splinters the light, and is disruptive to the vision of oncoming traffic.   Read details...

The Turn Signal Bulbs problem

The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated that at the initial start-up, there was a warning message flashing on the instrument panel that the “front driver’s side marker light was defective”. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired.   Read details...

The Tail Light Switch problem

My lights frequently burn out, daylight running light, brake lights, lower lights, tail lights, night lamps. I've had to replace more bulbs than oil changes. Please help, this is costly and deemed not reliable or safe.   Read details...




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