2012 Audi S5
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 25 |
| 2021 | 1 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 9 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
8 of 10 total reports mention: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
FT. COLLINS DEALER SAYS REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS NOT AVAILABLE
NHTSA ODI report, 20171101
TAKATA RECALL. DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD POTENTIALLY RUPTURE. REPEATED CALL AND INQUIRIES TO AUDI DEALER ABOUT REMEDY WITH NO TIMETABLE PROVIDED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170129
TIKATA AIRBAG RECALL AUDI SENT A RECALL LETTER SEVERAL MONTHS AGO (04/2016) BUT STILL HAS NOT DEVELOPED A SOLUTION FOR THE AIRBAG ISSUE. IS IT SAFE TO DRIVE OUR CAR?
NHTSA ODI report, 20170120
1 of 10 total reports mentions: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
I GET THE GEARBOX MALFUNCTION AND TPMS LIGHT FLASHING AND THE CAR JERKS AND STUTTERS ESPECIALLY FROM START AND COMING TO A STOP. WHEN STOPPING, IT FEELS LIKE SOMEONE HIT YOU FROM BEHIND. RAN THE CODES AND IT IS A MECHATRONIC MALFUNCTION/FAILURE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20200624
1 of 10 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
THE CAR'S BACKUP CAMERA FEED HAS A LOT OF ISSUES FOR MANY OWNERS, MYSELF INCLUDED. THERE IS A PROBABLY 10% CHANCE OF THE BACKUP CAMERA NOT TURNING ON WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR EACH TIME.
NHTSA ODI report, 20210322
SAFETY TIMELINE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015.
Campaign 15V019000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2012 Audi S5 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 15V019000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2012 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 2012 Audi S5?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Audi S5 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.