2013 Audi A5
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 0 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
33% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.
FIRE24% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE APPROACHING A TURN I SLOWED DOWN , ANOTHER CAR CAME AROUND THE RIGHT SIDE. MY CAR WASN'T RESOONDING I WASN'T ABLE TO BEAR RIGHT AROUND CURVE AND WENT ACROSS ROAD AND UP HILL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150921
18% of complaints: electrical system — 6 distinct reports on file.
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I was having an issue with my 2013 Audi A5 starting. A call to roadside assistance was able to jump my battery and the car would start and run. However, the same issue kept happening.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240706
I HAVE JUST BECOME AWARE, ON MY OWN ACCORD, THAT THE USED 2013 AUDI A5 I PURCHASED HAS A SAFETY RECALL ISSUED OCTOBER OF THIS YEAR. I NEED TO BE ADVISED ON WHAT COURSE OF ACTION NEEDS TO BE TAKEN FROM THIS POINT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171210
9% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 3 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 3 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V002000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V622000 — check if this car was fixed
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 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (6 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V002000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V622000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V229000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2013 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 2013 Audi A5?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Audi A5 have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.