MYRModel Year Report

2017 Audi SQ5

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2017 Audi SQ5
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:46:23.508Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Audi SQ5 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2013: 1 complaints 2013 2014: 12 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2017: 5 complaints 2017 2018: 23 complaints 2019: 18 complaints 2019 2020: 7 complaints 2021: 11 complaints 2021 2022: 2 complaints 2023: 2 complaints 2023 2024: 5 complaints 2025: 4 complaints 2025
2017: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
20131
201412
20157
20166
20175
201823
201918
20207
202111
20222
20232
20245
20254

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 of 5 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.

CRASH
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DRIVERS VIEW IS LARGELY OBSTRUCTED (YOU COULD LOSE SIGHT OF A CROWD OF PEOPLE) BY THE OUTSIDE MIRRORS. THIS IS AN OBVIOUS DANGER TO ALL PEDESATRIANS CROSSING IN FRONT OF THIS VEHICLE THAT IS TURNING LEFT. AND ALSO AFFECTS THE VIEW ON THE RIGHT SIDE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20161103

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 5 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
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TL THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2017 AUDI SQ5. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE CONCRETE HOLDING THE STREET LIGHT IN FRONT OF THE PARKING SPACE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20191113

STEERING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: steering.

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THE STEERING SYSTEM FROZE DURING OPERATION. SENSORS INDICATED CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THERE WAS HEAVY RAIN STORM PRIOR TO THE FAILURE WHICH ALLOWED WATER INTO STEERING RACK MODULE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210418

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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The contact owns a 2017 Audi SQ5. The contact stated there was excessive heat coming from the engine. Additionally, there was moisture on the water pump. A message stating “Pull Over Immediately” was displayed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20210930

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 (NA) AUDI SQ5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED TO HIS RESIDENCE BY THE DEALER (BEVERLY HILLS AUDI IN BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA) AND WAS PARKED IN FRONT OF THE HOUSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170818

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Audi SQ5 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility/wiper issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2017 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 2017 Audi SQ5?

The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Audi SQ5 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.