This manual for the 2018 Audi RS7 is built around the exact 4.0L V8 (engine codes CWUB, CWUC) and trim fitted to your car, so the torque values, wiring routes, and diagnostic steps match what Audi published for this specific configuration instead of a generic RS7-era approximation.
Engines covered
- 4.0L V8 (243 cu in) — DOHC, turbocharged, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 4-door hatchback
Trims covered
- Base
- Performance
Known issues on the 2018 RS7. Two recalls are on federal record for this model year. The first covers the front passenger seat's Passenger Occupant Detection System: stress or wear on the body-sensing mat can cause the PODS control module to malfunction, meaning the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in a crash. The second covers the tire information label, which lists an incorrect combined maximum weight, so an owner loading the vehicle to the printed figure risks overloading it and increasing the risk of a crash. No complaints or technical service bulletins are logged for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind both systems are here.
Whether you're inspecting the passenger seat sensing mat, verifying load ratings, or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and correct specification for your specific 2018 RS7.
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Audi S6 and S7, 2012-2018 A7 and A6 Sedan, and 2014-2018 RS7 vehicles equipped with basic seats (with or without heating). Stress or wear of the body-sensing mat within th
If the PODS module malfunctions, the front passenger air bag may not deploy properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a PODS system repair kit, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Vol
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Audi S7 and 2016-2018 RS7 vehicles. The tire information label on these vehicles incorrectly lists the combined maximum weight as 1146 lbs/520 kg, when the correct combine
If the operator were to load the vehicle based on information on the tire information label, they could overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswag
