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Service bulletins for the 2017 Audi Q7

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

1245 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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Elsa Newsletter2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. ODIS Service Version 3.0.0 is now available for installation, and that it is mandatory on all diagnostic devices used on vehicles covered by the new vehicle warranty. V3.0.0 does not use installation DVDs any longer and online updates are no longer available for ODIS Service versions up to and including V2.2.7. TSBs in the newsletter include DTC U110500 (Transport mode active) that is stored in the ABS control module and cannot be taken out of transport mode on the 2017 Q7.
Dealer Letter -2017-10-04. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Notification on the Update 91N6 for Audi Q7 vehicles via SVM. The update is visible in Elsa and ServiceNet on or about January 15, 2016. Dealers must ensure that every affected vehicle gets the update before delivery to consumers.
A971653 2042966-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; TRAILER HITCHES. SVM does not recognize the factory-installed trailer hitch control module, J345 (address word 69) (PR 1D6). The following message appears in the ODIS tester at the end of SVM - Check vehicle configuration: ?At the following control modules the configuration in Software Version Management (SVM) could not be checked: 69 The factory failed to add the trailer hitch control module, J345 (address word 69), into the CARPORT reference for vehicles with factory-installed trailer hitches. As a result, SVM cannot determine how to code or parameterize the control module.
A911627 2042942-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Audi connect is not functioning and the message "Please wait.." continually appears The system might only receive a 3G cellular connection in areas with strong 4G LTE reception. It is possible that the Audi connect configuration is incorrect due to a communication issue with the backend server in Germany. A full factory reset of the MMI system is required to fix the incorrect configuration, as a factory reset of only the Audi connect settings may not correct the issue.
A901661 2043071-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Manual speed warning cannot be turned off and is displayed as km/h. During PDI, the technician verifies the manual speed warning that is set in the MMI. After the technician sets the speed at which the warning is activated, the warning cannot be turned off. Additionally, the speed warning is displayed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The issue only occurs in vehicles with Audi virtual cockpit (FPK) and without the driver assistance package. A software issue is causing the condition, but the revised software is not yet available.
A571620 2042967-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. SVM does not recognize the body control module 2 (BCM2) (address word 46). The following message appears in the ODIS tester at the end of SVM - Check vehicle configuration: ?At the following control modules the configuration in Software Version Management (SVM) could not be checked:46 Contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) stating the diagnostic log and the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).? The BCM2 (address word 46) was not correctly documented into the CARPORT reference. As a result, SVM cannot determine how to code or parameterize the control module.
A001680 2042954-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. DTC U110500 (Transport mode active) cannot be cleared in 2017 Q7 vehicle. The vehicle cannot be taken out of transport mode. The ABS module is causing the DTC. If the vehicle is taken out of transport mode while the engine is running, the ABS module will remain stuck in transport mode and cannot be cleared.
A001679 2042954-2017-10-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. DTC U110500 (Transport mode active) cannot be cleared in 2017 Q7 vehicle. The vehicle cannot be taken out of transport mode. The ABS module is causing the DTC.
A921614 2038151-2017-09-27. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
A961612 2045767-2017-09-27. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES. This bulletin provides technical information when the anti-theft alarm system goes off for no obvious reason.
MY 2017 AUDI TEC2017-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ADDED A3/S3 CONTENT
MY 2017 AUDI TEC2017-06-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. CHANGED TITLE TO ADD A4 ALLROAD
MY 2016 AUDI USA2017-06-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ADD: "INCLUDES ALL STANDARD MAINTENANCE ITEMS" TO MAJOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE TITLE
MY 2017 AUDI USA2017-06-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE; SERVICE BRAKES. CHANGE OIL VISCOSITIES FOR A3, A4, S4, A4 ALLROAD, A6, A7, A8L, Q5, Q7, R8 COUPE; REMOVE A4 TDI, A5 TDI, RS3, RS4, RS6, RS6 PLUS FROM MAINTENANCE ITEMS. ADDED "(INCLUDES MINOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE)" TO STANDARD MAINTENANCE SERVICE SECTION TITLE. REMOVE R8 FROM THE FOLLOWING LIST ITEM: "REAR SPOILER HINGES: LUBRICATE ACCORDING TO DESCRIPTION IN ELSAPRO" "ADDED THE FOLLOWING MAINTENANCE INTERVAL: ""PERFORM FIRST AT 20,000 MILES OR 6 YEARS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. THEREAFTER, EVERY 20,000 MILES OR 6 YEARS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST. SPARK PLUGS - REPLACE (RS7 PERFORMANCE ONLY)"" CORRECTED HP FOR THE FOLLOWING VEHICLES: A4, S4, Q7, R8; ADDED A3, S3, A3 E-TRON, A4 ALLROAD, A4 SEDAN, A4 B-CYCLE, A5, S5, A6, S6, A7, S7, RS7, RS7 PERFORMANCE, A8, A8L, S8, Q3, Q5, Q5 HYBRID, SQ5, TT, TTS, TT ROADSTER VEHICLES TO OIL CAPACITY LIST
48M3 DEALER LETT2017-06-16. Service bulletin. STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. ON AUDI VEHICLES WITH ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING MANUFACTURED WITHIN A SPECIFIC PERIOD, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE SEAL ON THE POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT WAS NOT MANUFACTURED CORRECTLY.
48M3 BULLETIN2017-06-16. Service bulletin. STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM. ON AUDI VEHICLES WITH ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING MANUFACTURED WITHIN A SPECIFIC PERIOD, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE SEAL ON THE POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT WAS NOT MANUFACTURED CORRECTLY.
48M3 BULLETIN2017-06-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. BULLETIN REVISED TO UPDATE INFORMATION ON SAGA SHEET.
MAINTENANCE -2012017-06-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ADDED VERBIAGE TO STANDARD MAINTENANCE SERVICE FOR ADDED CLARITY: "INCLUDES ALL MINOR MAINTENANCE ITEMS"
ATU 8/20162017-06-15. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER; SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. RUNNING GEAR: AUDI MAGNETIC RIDE - KNOCKING NOISES FROM REAR SHOCKS ON S3 (8V) AND TTS (FV)
MY 2017 Q7 PDI T2017-06-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. REMOVED FROM TITLE
SM 54-20162017-06-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. THIS SPECIAL NOTICE IS TO INFORM DEALERS TO RETURN ALL INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS THAT DO NOT HAVE SOFTWARE LEVEL 4079 AND HARDWARE LEVEL 12 OR HIGHER
ATU 8/20162017-06-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES. RUNNING GEAR: AUDI MAGNETIC RIDE - KNOCKING NOISES FROM REAR SHOCKS ON S3 (8V) AND TTS (FV) BRAKE SYSTEM: BRAKING NOISES - BASIC PRINCIPALS FOR DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR. RUNNING GEAR: MULTI-COLLISION BRAKE
MY 2017 Q7 PDI T2017-06-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. REMOVED FROM TITLE
MY 2017 Q7 PDI T2017-06-09. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. "PRE-DELIVERY SECTION: ADDED ""IT IS ADVISED TO START ODIS WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING TO ENABLE ALL 5F TEST PLANS IN GFF AND ALSO TO ENSURE SVM SEES ALL CONTROL UNITS DURING THE SVM CHECK VEHICLE CONFIGURATION"" SETTINGS SECTION: CHANGED "" VERIFY OPERATION OF MMI ALL-IN-TOUCH WITH HANDWRITING RECOGNITION (IF EQUIPPED)"" WITH ""VERIFY OPERATION OF MMI TOUCH PAD (IF EQUIPPED)"" AUDI CONNECT SECTION: ADDED "" REVIEW TSB 2042942 FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION"" TO ""VERIFY SYSTEM CONNECTS TO MOBILE NETWORK (IF EQUIPPED)"". ON-HOIST INSPECTION SECTION: ADDED "" INSTALL WHEEL LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)"""
48M3 BULLETIN2017-04-01. Service bulletin. STEERING. BULLETIN REVISED TO UPDATE INFORMATION ON SAGA SHEET.

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