2023 Audi Q5
This year had at least 30% fewer 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
- 44
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Forward collision avoidance
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
41% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 44 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 0 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 100 |
| 2011 | 143 |
| 2012 | 168 |
| 2013 | 89 |
| 2014 | 105 |
| 2015 | 100 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 209 |
| 2019 | 53 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 20 |
| 2025 | 46 |
| 2026 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Forward collision avoidance
41% · 18 reportsMost commonly citing automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Show complaint excerpts
I was turning left st an intersection. A car just passed and a truck wasn't close coming down the road the collision detection system caused the car to slam to 0. My neck is hurting and my daughter's back is hurting.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-12
Electrical system
23% · 10 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I moved forward and hit this stone and then when I hit the stone. I tried to reverse and I lost control of my car. The car began spinning and I had no control of the car. The car finally crashed on itâ s own. I could not brake or nothing.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-10
My wife and I were in the 2023 Audi Q5 with 1000 miles. I had complained to the dealer and manufacturer that this car was unsafe to drive. On June 9, 2023 I was driving slowly in my community. I tried to stop at a stop sign.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-07-05
Also filed under Engine and service brakes
Engine
16% · 7 reportsShow complaint excerpts
On July 23, 2026, my 2023 Audi Q5 suddenly lost power while I was driving on the highway, with no prior symptoms before the incident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-28
Also filed under Power train and fuel/propulsion system
Power train
11% · 5 reportsLane departure
11% · 5 reportsMost commonly citing assist and warning.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving, the Active Lane Assisting warning signal will come on and make warning noise which startles the driver.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-08
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2024-03-28Electrical system23V842000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations.
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2024-05-08Air bags24V251000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
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2025-05-01Electrical system24V898000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025.
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2025-05-01Electrical system25V080000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software , free of charge. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced.
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2025-06-04Engine25V294000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Audi Q5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 7 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 23V842000 · Electrical system
- Recall 24V251000 · Air bags
- Recall 24V898000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V080000 · Electrical system
- Recall 25V294000 · Engine
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- Is the 2023 Audi Q5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Audi Q5 is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q5?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Audi Q5 have?
- 5 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.