Is the 2018 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 2018 Audi A5?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A5 have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2018 Audi A5

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2018 Audi A5
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:44:37.085Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 38
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2018: 38 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	38
2019	12
2020	60
2021	8
2022	7
2023	8
2024	8
2025	8
2026	1

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

21% · 8 reports

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Start stop system failure Warning displayed Check engine light Car hesitates IF the start stop happens to decide to function At times it wonât work at…

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-07

Also filed under Electrical system

Vehical speeds forward when turning when stepping on brakes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-09

Also filed under Service brakes

Structure

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing body.

INJURY

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The electronic trunk of my Audi A5 failed to stop closing once it hit me on the head.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-28

Service brakes

11% · 4 reports

Electrical system

11% · 4 reports

Visibility/wiper

8% · 3 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-01-18Air bags17V822000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with head curtain air bag assemblies that may not unfold properly.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will modify the head curtain air bags so that they deploy properly, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 11-800-253-2834.

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2018-03-13Structure17V675000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad, and 2018 A5 Sportback vehicles.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70G6.

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2018-12-19Air bags18V836000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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2019-01-23Suspension18V893000 Volkswagen Group of North America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension fasteners, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 23, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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2019-09-09Air bags19V547000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.

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2022-01-07Air bags, seats21V874000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

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Buy-smart checklist

2018 Audi A5 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 8 reports on file for this year.
Structure: 4 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V822000 · Air bags
Recall 17V675000 · Structure
Recall 18V836000 · Air bags
Recall 18V893000 · Suspension
Recall 19V547000 · Air bags
Recall 21V874000 · Air bags, seats

FAQ

Is the 2018 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 2018 Audi A5?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Audi A5 have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.