Audi Q5: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 101 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2009–2025 (16) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2011 · 2010 · 2009
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-blank-mmi-display | MMI display screens going blank | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2025-11 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-seat-belt-lock-tensioner | Seat belt locking and tensioner faults | SEAT BELTS | 3 | 2026-04 → 2026-06 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-adas-driver-assist-malfunction | Driver-assistance system malfunction warnings | LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 8 | 2026-01 → 2026-06 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-phantom-braking | Unexpected braking without obstacle | SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 7 | 2025-07 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-adaptive-cruise-control | Adaptive cruise control disengagement | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 2026-05 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-electrical-power-loss | Sudden power loss and limp mode | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 4 | 2026-03 → 2026-04 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-engine-stall-turbo | Engine power loss, stall and turbo lag | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 | 2025-08 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2025 | audi-q5-2025-airbag-warning-light | Airbag warning light and control module fault | AIR BAGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 2 | 2026-02 → 2026-05 | 35 | 2026-07-07 |
| 2024 | audi-q5-2024-tire-tread-separation | Tire tread separation while driving | TIRES | 3 | 2025-03 → 2026-06 | 20 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2024 | audi-q5-2024-presense-phantom-braking | Pre-Sense phantom braking and ACC sudden deceleration | SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 11 | 2024-08 → 2026-05 | 20 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2024 | audi-q5-2024-tailgate-sensor-closure | Power tailgate closes on user via proximity sensor | STRUCTURE | 2 | 2024-03 → 2025-07 | 20 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-adas-false-braking | Audi pre-sense false automatic emergency braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 13 | 2023-08 → 2026-07 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-engine-failure-rod-knock | Engine internal failure with connecting-rod knock and metal debris | ENGINE, POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2023-05 → 2026-07 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-electrical-screen-failure | Electrical system and digital display malfunctions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 2023-09 → 2026-02 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration with brake pedal applied | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2024-02 → 2024-04 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-epb-brake-malfunction | Electronic parking brake non-disengagement and service brake faults | SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 | 2026-06 → 2026-06 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | q5-2023-vin-plate-missing | Dashboard VIN plate missing or destroyed | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 2026-03 → 2026-04 | 42 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 2 | 2026-02 → 2026-06 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-engine-oil-consumption | Engine oil consumption and oil warning light activation | ENGINE | 5 | 2023-09 → 2026-06 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-electrical-system-failure | Electrical system malfunction and vehicle shutdown | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 2023-10 → 2026-03 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-awd-drivetrain-noise-turns | AWD drivetrain jerking and noise during turns | POWER TRAIN | 1 | 2026-03 → 2026-03 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-phev-recall-unresolved | Plug-in hybrid recall without available remedy | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2024-12 → 2025-08 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration during braking or parking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 | 2023-09 → 2024-11 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2022 | q5-2022-forward-collision-avoidance | Forward collision avoidance system activation events | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 | 2023-10 → 2026-03 | 21 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-gateway-module-water-ingress | Gateway control module failure from water ingress | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 22 | 2021-01 → 2026-10 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-presense-false-braking | Audi Pre Sense automatic emergency braking false activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 7 | 2021-09 → 2026-05 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-engine-bearing-failure | Engine bearing failure and catastrophic engine damage | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 | 2023-02 → 2026-06 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-transmission-loss-of-drive | Transmission disengagement and loss of propulsion while driving | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2021-10 → 2026-06 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-differential-shudder-low-speed | Drivetrain shudder and differential judder at low speed | POWER TRAIN, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | 3 | 2024-07 → 2025-04 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-instrument-cluster-failure | Instrument cluster display shutdown while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2025-04 → 2025-05 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2021 | q5-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering | Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 3 | 2021-06 → 2025-08 | 69 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2020 | q5-2020-glass-explodes-without-warning | Sunroof or rear window explodes without warning | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 | 2022-05 → 2023-05 | 24 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2020 | q5-2020-unintended-sudden-acceleration | Vehicle suddenly accelerates without input | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 | 2023-01 → 2024-05 | 24 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2020 | q5-2020-gateway-module-electrical-shutdown | Gateway module failure shuts down vehicle while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2020-04 → 2026-08 | 24 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-turbocharger-wastegate-failure | Turbocharger wastegate actuator failure | ENGINE | 6 | 2024-05 → 2026-04 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-drive-system-malfunction-warning | Drive system malfunction warning with power loss | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2022-05 → 2026-05 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-gateway-module-water-ingress | Gateway control module water ingress | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 2022-01 → 2026-04 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-tail-light-assembly-failure | Tail light assembly failure | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 | 2023-08 → 2025-07 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-power-steering-failure | Power steering failure | STEERING | 5 | 2019-05 → 2022-04 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-occupancy-sensor-false-alerts | Passenger occupancy sensor false alerts | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2021-01 → 2026-06 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2019 | audi-q5-2019-false-automatic-emergency-braking | False automatic emergency braking activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 4 | 2020-09 → 2026-03 | 49 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-rear-coil-spring-breakage | Rear coil spring breakage | SUSPENSION | 23 | 2022-09 → 2025-10 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-power-steering-rack-failure | Electric power steering rack failure | STEERING | 6 | 2018-04 → 2026-04 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-water-intrusion-control-modules | Water intrusion into rear electronic control modules | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 51 | 2020-08 → 2026-05 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-pre-sense-false-braking | Audi pre sense braking with no obstacle present | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 19 | 2018-01 → 2025-08 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-passenger-airbag-occupant-sensor | Passenger occupant sensor airbag warning light | AIR BAGS | 11 | 2022-09 → 2026-03 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-engine-failure | Internal engine failure with loss of motive power | ENGINE | 6 | 2023-02 → 2026-04 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-coolant-leaks | Coolant leaks from thermostat housing and water pump | ENGINE | 10 | 2022-05 → 2025-05 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2018 | q5-2018-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 2019-01 → 2026-04 | 195 | 2026-07-15 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-coolant-pump-thermostat-leak | Coolant pump and thermostat housing leaks | ENGINE | 6 | 2019-03 → 2026-06 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-coolant-pump-recall-backorder | After-run coolant pump recall parts unavailable | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE | 6 | 2018-06 → 2019-03 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-oil-consumption-piston-failure | Oil consumption and piston or engine failure | ENGINE | 5 | 2023-02 → 2026-01 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-fuel-pump-flange-leak | Fuel pump flange leak and fuel system recall | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 5 | 2017-07 → 2023-06 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-power-steering-failure | Power steering stiffness and rack failure | STEERING | 4 | 2021-10 → 2024-01 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-brake-pedal-no-stop | Brake pedal fails to stop vehicle | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2017-03 → 2025-12 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2017 | audi-q5-2017-airbag-non-deployment | Airbags did not deploy in frontal crash | AIR BAGS | 2 | 2019-05 → 2019-12 | 42 | 2026-08-29 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 12 | 2020-11 → 2025-01 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-subframe-corrosion | Rear subframe corrosion | SUSPENSION | 3 | 2026-05 → 2026-07 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-steering-failure | Power steering rack and control module failure | STEERING | 9 | 2020-08 → 2026-07 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-coolant-pump-recall | Coolant pump and engine cooling recall repair delays | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 19 | 2018-06 → 2024-08 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-fuel-leak-odor | Fuel system leaks and gasoline odor | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 5 | 2021-12 → 2026-05 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-unintended-acceleration | Unintended acceleration during braking or parking | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 | 2016-11 → 2023-11 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear-end collisions | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2016-07 → 2025-04 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2016 | q5-2016-mirror-blind-spot | Side mirror blind spots obstructing driver view | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 3 | 2016-02 → 2019-09 | 77 | 2026-08-27 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear | ENGINE | 21 | 2019-08 → 2025-12 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion | Rear subframe corrosion and perforation | STRUCTURE | 11 | 2023-10 → 2026-08 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-sunroof-shattering | Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving | VISIBILITY | 3 | 2014-11 → 2023-05 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-power-steering-failure | Loss of power steering assist | STEERING | 13 | 2015-09 → 2024-01 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-coolant-pump-recall-delay | Engine coolant pump failure and recall part delays | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 18 | 2017-12 → 2025-11 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | audi-q5-2015-fuel-pump-leak | Fuel pump and fuel line leak | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 6 | 2017-07 → 2024-12 | 98 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-subframe-rust-corrosion | Subframe rust and corrosion under plastic covers | STRUCTURE | 13 | 2023-04 → 2026-08 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-coolant-pump-recall-failure | Coolant pump failure following recall repair | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 | 2018-06 → 2026-04 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain stretch and failure | ENGINE | 5 | 2019-06 → 2024-01 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-sunroof-glass-shattering | Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 | 2018-05 → 2020-01 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 12 | 2019-11 → 2026-03 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-power-steering-lockup-cold | Electromechanical power steering lockup in cold weather | STEERING | 14 | 2014-03 → 2025-03 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | audi-q5-2014-airbag-non-deployment | Air bag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2018-05 → 2025-09 | 106 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-steering-notchiness | Notchy electromechanical steering feel | STEERING | 10 | 2013-01 → 2019-09 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-timing-chain-failure | Timing chain and tensioner failure | ENGINE | 8 | 2017-08 → 2020-06 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-subframe-corrosion | Rear subframe corrosion under stone guards | STRUCTURE | 4 | 2024-10 → 2026-05 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-coolant-pump-fire | Coolant pump leak and engine compartment fire | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 13 | 2016-07 → 2024-03 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 11 | 2019-09 → 2024-05 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-steering-seizure | Loss of power steering with do-not-drive warning | STEERING | 8 | 2017-07 → 2025-02 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2013 | q5-2013-sunroof-glass-shatter | Spontaneous sunroof and rear window glass failure | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 2016-09 → 2022-01 | 92 | 2026-08-19 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure | Timing chain tensioner failure | ENGINE | 13 | 2016-09 → 2020-06 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-fuel-pump-flange-leak | Fuel pump flange leak and gas odor | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 14 | 2011-10 → 2022-11 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion | Rear subframe corrosion | SUSPENSION | 3 | 2025-04 → 2026-08 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay | Takata airbag recall parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 52 | 2016-04 → 2019-06 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash | Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2017-07 → 2023-01 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-engine-oil-consumption | Engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 6 | 2014-03 → 2020-02 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | q5-2011-transmission-shift-jerk | Transmission shift jerk and gearbox malfunction | POWER TRAIN | 5 | 2010-11 → 2019-08 | 143 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-fuel-pump-flange-crack | Fuel pump flange cracking and fuel leak | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 26 | 2016-02 → 2024-03 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-sunroof-windshield-water-intrusion | Water intrusion from sunroof and windshield seals | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE | 7 | 2017-04 → 2023-07 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-water-pump-coolant-loss | Water pump failure and coolant loss | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 | 2010-11 → 2010-12 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-transmission-hesitation-surge | Transmission hesitation and surge at low speed | POWER TRAIN | 4 | 2009-11 → 2010-05 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-headlight-intermittent-failure | Left headlight intermittent failure while driving | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 | 2015-10 → 2016-06 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2010 | audi-q5-2010-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable | Takata airbag recall parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 44 | 2016-04 → 2019-01 | 99 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2009 | audi-q5-2009-plastic-fuel-pump-leak | Plastic fuel pump fracture and fuel leak | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 6 | 2014-06 → 2020-11 | 31 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2009 | audi-q5-2009-front-wheel-bearing-noise | Front wheel bearing noise | SUSPENSION | 2 | 2016-11 → 2017-04 | 31 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2009 | audi-q5-2009-takata-airbag-recall-delay | Takata airbag recall parts unavailable | AIR BAGS | 12 | 2016-11 → 2019-05 | 31 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2009 | audi-q5-2009-airbag-deployment-failure | Airbag deployment failure in crash | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2015-09 → 2023-02 | 31 | 2026-09-16 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Audi Q5 [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi/q5
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_audi_q5_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Audi Q5},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi/q5}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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