2011 Audi A5
Only 25 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 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2011: 25 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 38 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
14 of 25 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
I filed a claim with insurance company with what I thought was minor damages for a hit and run that happened to me while I was at emergency room for the multiple surgeries Iâve had recently and when the claim came back total loss due to defective...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-15
Also filed under Seat belts
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the driver crashed into the rear of a second vehicle. During the crash, the front end was severely damaged but the air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-18
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Audi A5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V078000 (Air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-02
Engine
6 of 25 total reports mention: engine.
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March 21 my low oil light came on, as it has every couple of months from the day I bought my car. Audi always told me this was normal. I would go to the dealer every couple of months when the light came on and get a quart poured in.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-04-08
Also filed under Power train
The Audi 2.0T engine is known to have issues with significant oil consumption. During service visits I have mentioned to the Audi dealer that the car burns a quart of oil every 1000-1200 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-02
Power train
4 of 25 total reports mention: power train.
Seat belts
1 of 25 total reports mentions: seat belts.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 25 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2011 Audi A5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 14 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2011 Audi A5 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 2011 Audi A5?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2011 Audi A5 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.