2022 Audi A5
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2022: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
3 of 7 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing tread/belt.
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255/35R19 Failure of 1 tire in July. Replaced tire. No concerns noted by Discount tire when replacing it. 1 month later, another tire blew. Clear indication of safety concern so I replaced all tires.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-15
Wheels
1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.
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All four tire have required replacement due to tread separation 2 tires replaced June 2023 with less than 15,000 miles 2 tires replaced September 2024 ,with thread separation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-11-01
Structure
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
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The clutch does not engage properly and the vehicle makes a grinding noise when starting to move and while making right and left turns.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-20
Forward collision avoidance
1 of 7 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.
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The pre-sense; alert, seatbelt tightening and braking, was triggered unexpectedly when driving on the straight area of my side road without cause.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-01
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-11-09Back over prevention21V825000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
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2023-06-06Back over prevention, equipment22V806000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Buy-smart checklist
2022 Audi A5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Tires: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V825000 · Back over prevention
- Recall 22V806000 · Back over prevention, equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2022 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 2022 Audi A5?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Audi A5 have?
- 2 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.