2021 Audi RS 7: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi RS 7. 4 owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year. New, the 2021 Audi RS 7 listed at $115,045 base MSRP (RS 7 trim, before options and destination).
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Recalls & safety
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi RS 7. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL #25V201000 · 31/03/2025
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.
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.
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BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA #25V900000 · 19/12/2025
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."
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.
Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS 7 | $115,045 | $127,800 | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 | 17 |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
Sources (1)
- youtube.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp3bQA074is
Depreciation
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This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at base MSRP, before options and destination charges.
Curve outlook: a typical 2021 loses roughly another 16% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.
2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
Sources (5)
- youtube.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp3bQA074is
- topspeed.comhttps://www.topspeed.com/how-reliable-is-audi-rs7-after-50000-miles/
- reddit.comhttps://www.reddit.com/r/Audi/comments/1nhwgw4/is_the_audi_rs7_an_overall_rel…
- cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/research/audi-rs_7-2021/recalls/
- reviewgarage.comhttps://reviewgarage.com/2021/09/30/2021-audi-rs-7-a-driveways-review/
Also consider
- Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S similar high-performance luxury sedan
- Porsche Panamera Turbo direct competitor with strong performance and luxury
- BMW M5 comparable performance and luxury sedan
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Audi RS 7 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns, affecting: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
Is the 2021 Audi RS 7 reliable?
4 owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year. See the known-issues section for the specific patterns and the mileage ranges where they appear.
How much did the 2021 Audi RS 7 cost new?
$115,045 base MSRP for the RS 7, before options and destination charges. 2021-2023 cars held unusually high used values due to pandemic-era supply shortages, so comparisons to original MSRP read differently for these years.
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