NHTSA Data Explorer

Audi Q5

Data refreshed August 8, 2026

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Complaints

1,420

Active records

Recalls

33

Active records

TSBs

4,236

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

0

Injuries

64

Crashes

66

Fires

12

Top reported issues — Audi Q5

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Condition issue

354

Operating state

309

Fluid issue

271

Reporting mechanism

245

Safety restraint issue

138

Driver assistance issue

132

Braking behavior

120

Engine behavior

103

Steering behavior

97

Performance issue

91

Noise

65

Vibration/harshness

48

Lighting behavior

46

Starting behavior

45

Smell

44

Thermal issue

42

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

41

Safety restraint behavior

37

Access/entry issue

33

Powering on/off behavior

25

Infotainment behavior

22

Electrical issue

21

Ride/handling behavior

14

Wiper/washer behavior

12

Recent change

11

Electrified system issue

6

HVAC behavior

6

Communication/network issue

3

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2022 AUDI SQ5

Filed Aug 5, 2026


On July 17,2026 my vehicle suddenly overheated. All warning lights came on and I stopped immediately. The car had to be towed to North Atlanta Audi for inspection and repair. I was told the waterpump had failed and corrupted the vacuum lines. There was no symptoms or previous warnings at any time. The repair bill was going to be outrageous. The service department person contacted Audi and they agreed to furnish new parts but I would have to pay all labor cost. I had no choice but to agree.…

2011 AUDI Q5

Filed Aug 5, 2026


During an inspection of my 2011 Audi Q5 at Audi Burlington, severe corrosion was discovered on the rear subframe, which supports rear suspension components. The corrosion was substantially worse than normal surface rust and may compromise the structural integrity of the subframe and suspension mounting points. The condition was not readily visible during ordinary vehicle use because portions of the subframe are covered. The vehicle has been operated in the northeastern United States, where…

2026 AUDI Q5

Filed Aug 2, 2026


While driving my 2026 Audi Q5, the instrument cluster display went completely black twice while the vehicle was in motion, eliminating my speedometer and all warning indicators. Separately, during another drive, the vehicle displayed Suspension: malfunction! Safely stop vehicle on two occasions within minutes of each other, at approximately 15 mph and 17 mph, each accompanied by illuminated ABS and BRAKE warning lights. Immediately after, the odometer failed, displaying dashes instead of…

2014 AUDI Q5

Filed Aug 1, 2026


My Q5 has a defective subframe. The system is defective because plastic coverings on the subframes of Audi Q5s and SQ5s trap moisture and other elements, causing the subframe to rust, rot, and corrode undetected, which creates a dangerous safety hazard, the existence and extent of which is concealed by the plastic coverings. This results in a myriad of negative consequences for the Class Vehicles and their safe and reliable operation. The defect, which can only be discovered after removing…

2025 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 31, 2026


On XXX at approximately 5:00 PM, my 2025 Audi Q5 (VIN: [XXX]) initiated an unprovoked forward collision warning and emergency braking intervention while I was traveling at approximately 57–58 mph on [XXX]. Road conditions were clear and dry. Weather was sunny. Adaptive Cruise Control was not activated. I was the sole occupant of the vehicle. A vehicle was making a lawful turn onto the roadway from a T-intersection. There was substantial distance between my vehicle and the turning vehicle. No…

2025 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 30, 2026


•XXX: Purchased new 2025 Audi Q5. •XXX Dashboard displayed Check Tire Pressure warning for all tires. •XXX: Service at Audi Marin - Reported hatch malfunction, tire pressure concerns, and repeated rollback after brake release during service visit. •XXX: Vehicle displayed P Not Possible. Risk of Rolling Away warning. Vehicle could not be placed into PARK, required roadside assistance (never showed after 2-hour wait), and could not be safely secured. •XXX: While stopped at a traffic light, both…

2025 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 29, 2026


I bought this car in 12/2025. After putting approximately 60 miles on the car, the onboard computer would not save the inputted data. Took back to dealership and update performed. Upon returning the car for this work, the adaptive cruise control would shut itself off on the way to the dealer. They could not replicate this issue. Since having the car for about 6 months the car has been in to the dealer approximately 7 times all for different warning lights including having the module needing to…

2023 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 28, 2026


On July 23, 2026, my 2023 Audi Q5 suddenly lost power while I was driving on the highway, with no prior symptoms before the incident. The vehicle began stuttering, entered limp mode, displayed multiple drive-system malfunction warnings, and developed a loud knocking sound from the engine area. The loss of power created a serious safety risk because the vehicle could no longer accelerate or operate normally in traffic. I pulled over as soon as it was safe, shut the vehicle off, and had it towed.…

2025 AUDI SQ5

Filed Jul 28, 2026


While driving in live traffic, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic and total simultaneous mechanical and electrical system failure. Without warning, the vehicle completely lost engine propulsion, braking assistance, and all dashboard displays. Concurrently, the vehicle suffered a complete blackout of all exterior safety lighting, including the brake lights and the emergency hazard flashers rendering the vehicle completely invisible to surrounding traffic. Prior to this complete shutdown, the…

2019 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 26, 2026


2019 Audi Q5 had the hardware fail which controls the rear view camera (controls other functions too) It's known as the MMI and the replaced part says MIB2 Main-Unit on the housing. I have the old part that the dealer replaced in my possession. Dealer confirmed the part was broken and would require replacement. not having a rear camera impacts safety in parking lots, backing in to streets etc, as well as increased risk of backing off the road esp in tight settings. there was no initial…

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Updated August 8, 2026. Refreshed nightly.