2016 Audi SQ5
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
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2016: 7 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 3 |
| 2024 | 7 |
| 2025 | 8 |
| 2026 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 7 total reports mention: steering.
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Steering intermediate shaft is a known defect on every mlb-platform Audi model. My SQ5, like thousands of others, has developed a known defect that causes a squeaking/creaking that can be felt in the steering wheel when turning the wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-04-24
The Audi sq 5 loses power steering if the rack/pinion power steering unit is exposed to water.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-06-11
Visibility/wiper
1 of 7 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Audi SQ5. The contact stated that the size and placement of the driver and passenger side mirrors caused a blind spot when making turns.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-03-24
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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My vehicle was in for its mandatory annual State Inspection.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-29
Engine
1 of 7 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2016 Audi SQ5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2016 Audi SQ5 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 2016 Audi SQ5?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2016 Audi SQ5 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.