2010 Audi Q5
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
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 | 0 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 99 |
| 2011 | 141 |
| 2012 | 168 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 104 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 195 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 22 |
| 2021 | 69 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 37 |
| 2026 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
51% of complaints: air bags — 50 distinct reports on file.
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TAKATA RECALL WITH NO FIX, ALSO A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP WHICH THE CAR CAN LIGHT ON FIRE THERE IS ALSO NO CURRENT REPAIR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161115
TACIT RECALL: I HAVE TRIED UNSUCCESSFULLY TO GET MY CLOSEST DEALERSHIP TO ADDRESS THIS ISSUE BECAUSE THEY ARE TELLING ME THAT THEY CANNOT GET THE PART. MEANWHILE I'M TAKING A RISK EACH TIME I DRIVE MY CAR. NO ONE SEEMS TO CARE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171107
TAKATA RECALL - ABOUT 6 MONTHS AGO, I ASKED THE AUDI DEALER ABOUT THIS RECALL AND WAS TOLD THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS YET AND THEY WOULD NOTIFY ME WHEN THEY DID. NOW I'VE RECEIVED A LEGAL NOTICE IN THE MAIL, REGARDING TAKATA INFLATORS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171105
28% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 28 distinct reports on file.
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TAKATA RECALL WITH NO FIX, ALSO A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP WHICH THE CAR CAN LIGHT ON FIRE THERE IS ALSO NO CURRENT REPAIR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161115
IN TANK FUEL PUMP CRACKED ON TOP ,LEAKING FUEL TO FLANGE AND ELECTRICAL CONECTION ON TOP OF TANK AND DOWN TO UNDER VEHICLE .NO RECALL ON AUDI SITE FOR THIS YEAR -2010 VEHICLE HAS 138000 MILES ONLY .
NHTSA ODI report, 20240329
7% of complaints: electrical system — 7 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: structure — 5 distinct reports on file.
5% of complaints: engine — 5 distinct reports on file.
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The contact owns a 2010 Audi Q5. The contacted stated while sitting in the vehicle, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the vehicle. There was a leak coming from the front of the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240208
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump.
Campaign 16V660000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available.
Campaign 16V078000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V082000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
Campaign 18V818000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2010 Audi Q5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (50 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (28 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V660000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V078000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V082000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V818000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Audi Q5 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Audi Q5 is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Audi Q5?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Audi Q5 have?
4 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.