2013 Audi Q7 vs 2013 Ford Flex
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 | 2013 Audi Q7 | 2013 Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 578 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,226 | 71 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 18–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q7 | Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 200 |
| Steering | 2 | 149 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 59 |
| Structure | 0 | 69 |
| Engine | 11 | 32 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 36 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 24 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 7 | 20 |
| Stalling | 5 | 35 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 32 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 14 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Overheating | 0 | 8 |
2013 Audi Q7
2013 Ford Flex
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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.