2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet

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2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:50:53.174Z

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Audi A5 Cabriolet Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2013 highlighted. 2010: 16 complaints 2010 2011: 14 complaints 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 3 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaints 2014 2015: 1 complaints 2016: 0 complaints 2016 2017: 2 complaints 2018: 0 complaints 2018 2020: 0 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2021 2022: 0 complaints 2022
2013: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
201016
201114
201214
20133
20141
20151
20160
20172
20180
20200
20210
20220

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE

2 of 3 total reports mention: engine.

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19N4 RECALL FOR ELECTRIC AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP. AUDI HAS FAILED TO COMPLETE THE REPAIRS.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190201

AUDI SAFETY RECALL 19N4 CONTINUES TO NOT BE AVAILABLE. RECEIVED FIRST NOTICE FOR RECALL IN JUNE 2018. STATES THERE IS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180904

AIR BAGS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH INJURY
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VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT-COLLISION WITH A LIGHT POLE HEAD ON AIR BAG DID NOT INFLATE - CAR A TOTAL LOSS. DRIVER SUFFERED INJURIES. UPDATED 06/29/17*LJ *CN

NHTSA ODI report, 20170420

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180914 — engine and engine cooling

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 18V229000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V229000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 67% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.