2010 Audi S5
Only 20 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 20 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 20
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2010: 20 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 11 |
| 2026 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 20 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
10 of 20 total reports mention: power train.
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There is a known problem with the Audi s-tronic transmission where the mechatronics unit which controls the shifts is defective.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-10-09
After driving in stop and go driving for a period of time the transmission starts to act up. When coming to a complete stop the car will shift down into first gear after the stop and cause the car to leap forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-09-16
Air bags
7 of 20 total reports mention: air bags.
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Cannot get Audi to replace airbag. Have waited over a year. Called dozens of times.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-10
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Audi S5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V082000 (Air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-31
Takata recall. I've received cards in the mail stating that I'm overdue on getting the airbag recall completed. My car has been to day Audi in monroeville, pa 3 times in the last 1.5 years and they inform me that they have no airbags in stock.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-16
Engine
3 of 20 total reports mention: engine.
Service brakes
1 of 20 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 20 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2010 Audi S5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Audi S5 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 2010 Audi S5?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Audi S5 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.