2024 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
2024: 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.
Forward collision avoidance
4 of 7 total reports mention: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing warnings and automatic emergency braking.
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What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? AUDI PRESENSE SENSOR IS GOING OFF RANDOMLY WHEN THERE IS NO RISK FOR COLLISION.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-07
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.
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While making a U-turn on a high-speed arterial roadway (Philips Highway) with a child passenger, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete failure of the driver-side rear CV axle/driveshaft assembly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-25
Also filed under Power train
Structure
1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The rear hatch lid has a mechanism that closes the hatch when foot movement is sensed near the rear bumper. Unfortunately, it sometimes detects foot movement when a person is working on baggage in the luggage area.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-12-12
Service brakes
1 of 7 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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Vehicle suffered a total electrical blackout while driving through intersection at about 25pmh and while exiting highway at approx 40 mph. Engine, dashboard, and all electronics went pitch black, losing power steering and braking assistance.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-28
Also filed under Electrical system and engine
Power train
1 of 7 total reports mentions: power train.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2024 Audi SQ5 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Forward collision avoidance: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2024 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 2024 Audi SQ5?
- The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2024 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.