2011 Audi A5

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2011 Audi A5
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:23:26.180Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2011: 25 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2008	5
2009	11
2010	34
2011	25
2012	22
2013	35
2014	28
2015	8
2016	7
2017	0
2018	37
2019	12
2020	60
2021	7
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.

CRASH INJURY

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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, 20260815

Also filed under SEAT BELTS and UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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, 20200918

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, 20180802

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, 20150408

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, 20140702

POWER TRAIN

4 of 25 total reports mention: power train.

SEAT BELTS

1 of 25 total reports mentions: seat belts.

CRASH

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 25 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2011 Audi A5 — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for air bags issues (14 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine issues (6 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.