P2007 on Audi: Causes, Symptoms and Fix Cost
Quick Answer
Safe to drive (short-term)
P2007 on a Audi means the engine computer found that the intake manifold runner flaps on bank 2 are stuck in the closed position, so the engine breathes through the long, low-rpm passages even when it should open them up. Bank 2 only exists on V, W and boxer engines, so a 4-cylinder in-line car cannot set this code. The usual causes are a vacuum leak or fault in the flap vacuum supply, a faulty runner position sensor, or flaps that bind. VW, Audi, Skoda and SEAT apps often show this code as P200700; the last two digits are a failure-type byte.
- Severity
- Moderate · Fuel System
- Typical repair cost, all makes
- €45-€1000
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Get Skanyx freeWhat does P2007 mean on a Audi?
The Quick Answer above is the generic definition. What follows is the model-specific detail for the Audi models that log P2007.
Audi A6
2005-2008
Ross-Tech lists P2007 for the 2005-2008 A6 with the BKH 3.2 FSI V6. On some of these cars a vacuum solenoid valve under the air filter housing, or its vacuum lines, can fail and leave too little vacuum to move the flaps, so check the vacuum hoses first.
Source: wiki.ross-tech.com
Audi A4
2005-2008
Ross-Tech lists the 2005-2008 A4 with the BKH 3.2 FSI V6 too. A failed vacuum solenoid valve or its lines can set P2006, P2007 and P2070 together on these engines. The V6 has two banks, so bank 2 is valid here, and a vacuum leak is the first thing to rule out.
Source: wiki.ross-tech.com
Sources
- wiki.ross-tech.com wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/18439/P2007/008199
What causes P2007 on a Audi?
Beyond the generic causes listed on the main P2007 page, these are the patterns noted for Audi models:
Failed vacuum solenoid or vacuum lines
: Audi A6
Failed vacuum solenoid valve
: Audi A4
Cracked or melted vacuum lines
: Audi A4
How to diagnose P2007 on a Audi with OBD2
- Check that your engine really has two banks. Only V, W and boxer engines do. On a 4-cylinder in-line car, P2007 should not appear, so double-check the code you read
- Read all stored codes and the freeze frame. P2006 (bank 1) stored at the same time, or other vacuum-related codes, point to the shared vacuum supply rather than one flap
- Inspect the vacuum lines and any vacuum solenoid valve that feeds the flap actuator for splits, melted spots, loose joints and disconnected fittings. On some Audi 3.2 FSI V6 engines a failed solenoid or its lines can set this code
- Runner position is not a standard OBD2 live-data value, and a generic reader cannot command the flaps to move. Manufacturer-level software is needed to read the flap position and run the actuator test
- If the vacuum side is sound, check the position sensor connector and wiring for corrosion and damage, then compare the sensor reading while the flaps move
- With the intake off the engine, move the flaps by hand and look for binding, play or a broken linkage, and clean the carbon from the flaps and shaft
- After the repair, clear the code, drive through a few cycles and confirm that the high-rev power returns and the code stays gone
How much does P2007 cost to fix on a Audi? (EUR)
Estimated repair costs for P2007 in EUR, compiled across makes. Expect Audi parts and labour towards the upper end of each range.
| Repair | Parts Cost | Labor Cost | Total Estimate | DIY Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Replace a failed vacuum line or flap vacuum solenoid | €5–€60 | €40–€200 | €45–€260 | Moderate |
| Replace runner position sensor | €25–€100 | €40–€120 | €65–€220 | Moderate |
| Replace runner control actuator | €50–€200 | €60–€180 | €110–€380 | Moderate |
| Intake manifold runner repair kit (flaps and linkage) | €40–€150 | €100–€300 | €140–€450 | Moderate |
| Intake manifold cleaning and carbon removal | €10–€30 | €100–€250 | €110–€280 | Moderate |
| Complete intake manifold replacement | €200–€600 | €150–€400 | €350–€1000 | Professional |
Prices estimated as of October 2026. Costs vary by region, vehicle, and shop.
Codes related to P2007
These codes are often seen alongside P2007 or point to related issues, on any make:
Looking for the full P2007 reference (all makes, full diagnosis flow, complete repair cost matrix)? See the main P2007 guide