Audi Q5
EPA MPG:
23 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
23 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 5 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
We expect the Q5 will be less reliable than the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2022, 2023, and 2024 models.
The 2013 Audi Q5 has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA.
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The 2013 Audi Q5 has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA.
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2013 SUVs Reliability
This Car
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Audi Q5
Audi Q5
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vs. Similar Cars
Acura RDX
Acura RDX
Audi Allroad
Audi Allroad
Audi vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Redesign year
Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009*
NA
2010
NA
2011
NA
2012
NA
2013
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018*
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 11, 2018
A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
18V229000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
342867
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 05, 2017
The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
17V622000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
216913
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 03, 2017
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
17V298000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
240487
AIR BAGS, VISIBILITY
Jan 03, 2017
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Audi Q5 vehicles. The sunroof drainage system may allow water to soak into the foam surrounding the side head air bag inflator canister resulting in the corrosion of the canister. If this happens, the corrosion can weaken the canister and the inflator could fracture without air bag deployment, propelling fragments into the passenger compartment, striking and causing serious injury to vehicle occupants.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator and either coat it or replace it, as necessary, after removing the surrounding foam, free of charge. The recall is expected to began March 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69P1.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
17V001000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
234057
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 03, 2017
If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
What should you do:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
17V002000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
342867
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