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ENGINE

12 complaints

Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much I’m driving.

Jan 26, 2026

Piston rings failure, large oil consumption and water pump leaking

Jan 20, 2026

coolant is leaking from pump and tstat housings. pump was replaced in 2018 and 2019 by audi due to audi recall. now it is leaking after only 6 years. seems like faulty materials and creates hazardous situation. leaks confirmed via diagnostics by Premier1 auto and certified technician. first received low coolant indicator light in May. filled coolant. then within a couple of weeks it was significantly low again.

Jun 23, 2025

The PCV valve malfunctioned and required an extensive repair bill to solve. I've learned that this very engine (3.0) is already a subject of a recall for this concern, but the recall cuts off at 2016 Audis, and mine is a 2017. Please update your recall list to include ALL Audi models with this 3.0 engine, as the problem is the same regardless of the year.

Apr 22, 2024

Catastrophic engine failure, Audi Q5 2017 2.0 Turbo, suddenly stopped/disabled on State highway traveling approximately 45 mph September 2022. Engine re-started after waiting period, then moved to shoulder while experiencing limp mode with EPC light and low oil pressure light activated just prior to engine sutting off again. Vehicle 66,539 miles at time of incident, had just received complete vehicle diagnostic in December 2021 (8 months prior, 7,406 miles incurred) at Audi Tucson and successfully passed complete engine inspection. Vehicle towed to Audi Chandler with diagnostic recommendation to replace complete engine due to piston failure (long block replacement estimated at $16,881.79). Since engine failure, multiple attempts to resolve with Audi USA customer service have been unsuccessful, finally stating “all issues start and end with the dealer”. For customers nationwide, there appears to be no issue resolution with Audi USA customer service - they do not authorize any repairs based on this statement. Vehicle is disabled with no current recourse for replacement of same engine as Audi has discontinued manufacturing 2.0 Turbo engines for this model, per Audi dealership.

Feb 07, 2023

+ 7 more complaints for this component

STEERING

4 complaints

Steering is occasionally exhibits resistance when turning left or right. Steering becomes very stiff intermittently. I have taken the to a repair twice but the does not duplicate. The repair did a scan to see if there were any codes but none came up. We also have an ODB2 scanner and scan the vehicle right when problem occurred but no codes were displayed on my scanner. My wife has a long commute of 40 miles in each direction and I concerned. There should be a recall as I feel this is a safety issue.

Jan 16, 2024

Electromechanical steering rack failed as I was driving. It was hard to move my vehicle. The problem has been confirmed by the dealership. They stated that water entered the electromechanical steering unit causing it to fail. Shouldn't these units be watertight? No other warning or symptoms before the incident. I also read online that Audi has numerous steering rack failure problems. It's a hazard.

Jan 12, 2023

Power steering component completely failed. No issues previously. No warning.

Dec 26, 2022

1st occurrence(9/17/21): While traveling the power steering failed. I stopped roadside to check to make sure there were no issues with tires. I resumed traveling and found steering to be stiff and over steer(feeling as if the wheels tilted) when turning left or right. After stopping for approximately 20 minutes I returned to my vehicle to resume my trip. The stirring operated normally. 2nd occurrence(9/27/21): Approximately three weeks later the power steering completely failed and remained that way until I returned to my residence. Since there was no recall listed and the original warranty has expired I called a repair shop to have the vehicle checked(first available appointment was two weeks out but I could leave the vehicle and they would do an assessment if they could fit it in their schedule. 3rd occurrence(9/30/21): Power steering failed but I was able to maintain control. The power operated the following day but travel was limited. I hope an assessment can be completed within the next two days. I did purchase an extended warranty through the dealership. Note: each event occurred during favorable weather conditions(no rain, ice, snow or storms of any kind).

Oct 04, 2021

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

3 complaints

On the same day the 5 year warranty expired, the car stopped working. The car was towed to the dealer, and diagnose was gas pump failure. 3 months after, the same problem. After 1 month waiting for the car to be fixed, again the same problem. Now the dealer is saying they just figure there was a problem with a computer part that was associated to the gas pump. The car could have failed while i was driving, a life threatening problem,

Sep 30, 2022

TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL RELATED TO THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SANTA MONICA AUDI (1020 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401, (310) 481-8260) WHO STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT ACCEPT THE LEASED VEHICLE BACK BECAUSE IT WAS INCLUDED IN TWO RECALLS AND THE PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR AT LEAST FOUR MONTHS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD CALL THE CONTACT BACK. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.

Sep 04, 2018

CHECK ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM ALARM WARNING LIGHT - WITH CAUTION TO DRIVE BELOW 35 MPH AND IMMEDIATELY TO SERVICE CENTER. SERVICE CENTER SAYS THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG. THEN READ AP REPORT ON FUEL CLOGGING AND FIRES. THIS VEHICLE HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL BUT WE NEVER GOT A WARNING OR LETTER (THEY SENT IT TO AN ADDRESS IN WEST PALM BEACH THAT WE NEVER EVER GAVE THEM OR LIVED AT).

Apr 26, 2018

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

On 12/13/25 around 8:00am in the morning. I was driving between 20-25 MPH and started to brake for the corner stop sign. I applied the break as I normally would however, the car continued to roll and did not respond to my applying pressure to the brake pedal. No matter how much pressure I apply to the brake the car continued to coast without stopping. I continued to press hard on the break and even pumped the break. After 2 to 3 yards of coasting, the car stopped. I continued to drive the car for another 0.5 miles and the same break problem occurred again. There are no lights indicating problems on my dashboard. The weather was clear and sunny in the morning. There was no rain. There was no snow. All the roads were dry. I took the car to my dealership and they could not find anything wrong. The brake pads were well within the normal safety range at 8 mm. There was no computer system malfunction. They could not give me an explanation. The Audi dealership’s head mechanic said that because my front brake pads and rotor, and my back brake pads were replaced at Pep Boys two years ago that this could be a reason for the brake failure. although he was not 100% sure of this. He suggested that I pay $3500 for Audi to replace the current rotors and brake pads despite the original determination that there were nothing wrong with them. The auto mechanic test drove the car with me after the diagnostic evaluation. He could not detect any problems with the brakes no screeching sounds no noises. The anti brake system was working well. to this day, I still do not feel safe driving this car for fear that the incident with the brake failure will happen again.

Dec 29, 2025

FRONT BRAKES APPEAR TO SQUEAK LOUDLY AFTER INITIATION WITH MOISTURE; MORE SERIOUSLY THERE IS CONSIDERABLE LOCKING/SLIDING OF THE BRAKES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP ON SNOW AND ICE -- AT A MORE DANGEROUS DISTANCE THAN OUR OTHER 2 VEHICLES IN SIMILAR SITUATIONS. VEHICLE (2017 Q5) HAS 22K MILES WITH THE ABS SYSTEM/TIRES APPEARING TO BE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. MY WIFE AND I HAVE USED MULTIPLE STOPPING TECHNIQUES (PUMPING BRAKES, APPLYING SOFT PRESSURE, AND ALSO HARD PRESSURE) WITH THE SAME RESULT: ON 2 OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE ESSENTIALLY LOCKED UP AND SLID 1/2 WAY THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. FORTUNATELY NO PEDESTRIANS/VEHICLES WERE NEARBY. I READ SEVERAL BLOGS REGARDING THIS WITH OTHER OWNERS CITING THE SAME PROBLEMS. THERE APPEARS TO BE VW/AUDI OBSERVANCES REGARDING ISSUES WITH 2018 VEHICLES WITH THE LACK OF EITHER A SUPPLIER-DEFICIENT CALIPER SPRAY/LOOSE BOLT IN THE FRONT BRAKING AREA. WE ARE KINDLY ASKING TO REVIEW THIS SITUATION TO DETERMINE IF OTHERS HAVE REPORTED THE SAME PROBLEM. WE WILL ALSO BE ASKING OUR DEALER TO FULLY INSPECT THE VEHICLE. WE ARE AWARE THAT SNOW/ICE REPRESENT CHALLENGES -- BUT THIS VEHICLE HAS SCARED MY WIFE/I MULTIPLE TIMES BY NOT STOPPING WITHIN A REASONABLE DISTANCE DESPITE THE ADVERSE CONDITIONS.

Feb 12, 2020

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ENGINE

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally high whistling pitch sound coming from the vehicle. The contact had to add additional oil to the engine. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.

Aug 10, 2023

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (AUDI LAKELAND, 1215 GRIFFIN RD, LAKELAND, FL 33805, 863-284-0880) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

Jun 18, 2018

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 complaints

The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q5. The contact stated that vehicle was serviced in 2017 under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) by the dealer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, fumes was detected inside the vehicle. The contact stated that he checked the vehicle and became aware that fuel was leaking underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump flange needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the warranty for the repair was 12-months. The contact stated that the fuel flange was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the recall repair was completed in 2017 and that the warranty was for 12-months. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.

Jun 05, 2023

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V298000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) UNTIL AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF THERE MAY BE A STOP SALE OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE DEALER (AUDI NORTH AUSTIN, 12971 POND SPRINGS RD, AUSTIN, TX 78729, (844) 473-2985) AND MANUFACTURER BEING UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN THE REMEDY AND REPAIR PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NO WRITTEN NOTICE OF A MANUFACTURER RECALL. THE SERVICE CENTER MANAGER SENT AN E-MAIL A MONTH AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SOLD AND THE CONTACT WAS WAITING ON A SOLUTION FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE CONTACT WAS NOT EXPERIENCING A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

Jul 13, 2017

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

2 complaints

I was driving on the highway with no vehicles or overhead obstruction when the sunroof shattered.

Nov 24, 2022

I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE LACK OF VIABILITY OF THE DUE TO THE POSITIONING OF THE DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR IN THE AUDI A5 SUV. THE MIRROR IS VERY LARGE AND BLOCKS THE ABILITY TO SEE VEHICLES ON THE LEFT WHEN STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, ESPECIALLY SML SPORTS CARS OR VEHICLES ON AN ANGLE IF THERE IS A SLIGHT HILL. SMALL PERSONS WILL BE MORE AFFECTED BY THIS THAN OTHERS. I HAVE HAD MANY CLOSE CALLS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS BEHIND THE MIRROR. ALSO THERE IS A BLIND SPOT WHEN USING THE VEHICLE DETECTION SYSTEM ON THE FREEWAY; IF THE APPROACHING VEHICLE IS HALF WAY PARALLEL TO YOU, IE CHANGED LANES CLOSE TO YOU, IT WILL NOT BE DETECTED BY THE SYSTEM, IT ONLY DETECTS VEHICLES APPROACHING A CAR LENGTH BEHIND. I THINK THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT PROBLEM AND SHOULD BE INVESTIGATED.

May 29, 2018

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

ON MONDAY 3/9/2020 AROUND 6:45PM EDT, I WAS DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL ZONE APPROX. 25-30 MPH. I APPROACHED A STOP SIGN AND PRESSED THE BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR. THE CAR SLOWED SLIGHTLY BUT DID NOT STOP, DESPITE MY INTENSE PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. INSTEAD, THE ENGINE REVVED SPONTANEOUSLY SEVERAL TIMES AND I PROCEEDED HALF-WAY THROUGH THE (THANKFULLY EMPTY) INTERSECTION. I CONFIRMED I WAS IN REGULAR DRIVE GEAR (NOT THE SEMI-MANUAL MODE), THEN QUICKLY PUT THE CAR IN PARK TO STOP THE VEHICLE, BUT THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV. I TURNED THE IGNITION OFF AND BACK ON, THEN CONTINUED DRIVING WITHOUT FURTHER INCIDENT. THAT NIGHT, I SEARCHED ONLINE AND FOUND ANOTHER CUSTOMER REPORTED A NEARLY IDENTICAL EXPERIENCE WITH A 2017 AUDI Q5 ON MARCH 16 2017 (BRAKES FAILED PROBLEM). THAT CUSTOMER'S DEALER FOUND A FAULT WITH THE ABS BRAKE MODULE, WHICH WAS REPAIRED. I TOOK MY CAR TO AN AUDI DEALER (ZIP CODE 48301) THE FOLLOWING DAY BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO FIND ANY "FAULTS" AND THEREFORE MAKE ANY REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE IS 2017 WITH APPROX. 17K MILES, STILL UNDER OEM WARRANTY.

Mar 12, 2020

ON THURSDAY MARCH 16TH APPROX AROUND 6 PM, I WAS DRIVING BACK HOME FROM WORK. WHEN I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR AT A STOP LIGHT (DRIVING APPROX 40-45 MILES/HR SPEED ON A STRAIGHT ROAD) BY PUSHING THE BREAK PEDAL THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN, BUT FAILED TO STOP COMPLETELY AND CONTINUED TO ROLL AUTONOMOUSLY AT A SLOWER SPEED. AS I CONTINUED TO PUSH THE BRAKE, ENGINE REVVED UP TWICE SPONTANEOUSLY. I IMMEDIATELY SHIFTED THE GEAR TO PARK AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED. APPROX A MINUTE LATER I SHIFTED BACK TO DRIVE AND DROVE THE CAR HOME. NEXT MORNING I DROVE THE CAR TO AUDI DEALERSHIP AND THEY RAN THE VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC AND IDENTIFIED A FAULTY ABS CONTROL MODULE WHICH HAS SINCE BEEN REPLACED. SINCE IT INVOLVED BRAKE FAILURE AND SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION I AM SUBMITTING THE COMPLIANT TO TO NHTSA. I HAVE ALSO SENT AN EMAIL TO AUDI USA TODAY REGARDING THIS. I JUST TOOK THE CAR BACK FROM SERVICE TODAY AND I WILL CONTINUE TO OBSERVE FOR ANY ISSUES AND UPDATE NHTSA AND AUDI USA. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME SHOULD YOU NEED ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

Mar 25, 2017

AIR BAGS

2 complaints

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

May 28, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V082000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AS THE RECALL NOTICE WAS RECEIVED OVER A YEAR AGO. THE DEALER (WILLIAMS AUTO WORLD, 2845 E SAGINAW ST, LANSING, MI 48912, (517)-484-1341) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.

Nov 02, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

My SUV had stopped heating/defrosting and vehicles car charging ports appear to not be working any longer. It was discovered that my coolant pump was blocked with debris. The heat has returned, still no power to the charge points in vehicle. While driving on highway, my vehicles dash started to light up instructing me to turn off engine coolant low (electric). However, my H C coolant gauge was just below midpoint. It appears to be a bit faulty. Nonetheless, I pulled off highway and asked a local car supplier store and mechanic shop to look, they reported that it appears to be leaking coolant inside the vehicle puddling the coolant in the undercarriage of the vehicle not leaving any visible signs of leaks on driveway. Please advise.

Feb 10, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

The backup camera is failing to display the rearview when the vehicle is put in reverse. It will also show a black screen and no view when in reverse. There have been several times when placed into drive that the rear view camera is on despite being in drive or park mode.

Nov 13, 2022

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

VEHICLE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS ABRUPTLY WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP. TRANSMISSION SLAMS INTO EACH GEAR AS YOU SLOW CAUSING AN UNEXPECTED INCREASE IN ENGINE BRAKING. THIS OCCURS REGARDLESS OF DRIVE SELECT MODE (COMFORT, AUTO, OR SPORT). THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS BEHAVIOR ACROSS AUDI OWNER FORUMS FOR VEHICLES WITH THE SAME ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION COMBINATION (3.0L SUPERCHARGED V6 MATED TO ZF 8HP TRANSMISSION). ADDITIONALLY, THERE'S A FREQUENT LONG DELAY FOR THE REVERSE CAMERA IMAGE TO DISPLAY ON THE SCREEN WHEN SELECTING REVERSE. IT CAN TAKE UP TO 7-10 SECONDS. IF THERE IS A SOFTWARE UPDATE AVAILABLE, AUDI DEALER ADVISES IT WILL COST MONEY TO HAVE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE. AS THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN I WOULD IMAGINE THE MANUFACTURER WOULD HANDLE AS A TSB, REGARDLESS OF YEAR OR MILEAGE.

Nov 17, 2020

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY

1 complaint

THE ROOF OF MY 2017 AUDI Q5 IS GLASS, AND IT MAKES A CONSTANT RATTLING NOISE WHILE DRIVING. I TOOK IT TO THE AUDI SERVICE CENTER TO BE SERVICED, AND THE SUNROOF FRAME ALONG WITH ALL OF THE BOLTS WERE REPLACED IN DECEMBER 2019. AS OF TODAY, THE RATTLE IS STRONGLY PRESENT AGAIN. THIS ISSUE IS ONGOING, AND IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN FOR ME. THE GLASS ROOF COULD LITERALLY SHATTER AND RESULT IN A FATAL INJURY. I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH THE BBB AUTO LINE, BUT I WAS TOLD THAT AN INVESTIGATION COULDN'T BE CONDUCTED BECAUSE A TWO YEAR DEADLINE THAT I MISSED EVEN THOUGH THE VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 15K MILES ON IT. I HAVE ALSO REQUESTED A REPLACEMENT VEHICLE FROM AUDI, AND MY REQUEST WAS REJECTED. AS OF MAY 2020, THE AUDI SERVICE CENTER MANAGER FACILITATED ANOTHER REPLACEMENT REQUEST ON MY BEHALF. *TR

May 22, 2020

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

HIT A STATIONARY HONDA CRV ON BLACK ICE AT APPROX 45-50 MPH. IMPACT WAS STRAIGHT ON FRONT OF OUR CAR AND REAR OF THE CRV. OUR BOTH VEHICLES WERE TOTALED, NONE OF OUR AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. OUR VEHICLE WAS THEN HIT FROM THE REAR BY A JEEP WRANGLER AT ABOUT THE SAME SPEED. STILL NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS. WE ARE CONCERNED THAT THE AIRBAGS MAY HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE. ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN A 31 CAR PILE UP ON I-68 NEAR EXIT 29. WE ARE VERY LUCKY THERE WERE NO KNOWN INJURIES OTHER THAN STIFFNESS AND SORE SPOTS. OCCUPANTS WERE DRIVER 52 YRS OLD AND FRONT PASSENGER 17 YRS OLD.

Dec 18, 2019

Crash: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 complaint

RECEIVED A RECALL RELATED TO ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP IN JUNE. PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. CALLED MY DEALER PRINCETON AUDI AND NO HELP. RECEIVED SECOND NOTICE REGARDING THIS IN SEPTEMBER, THAT AUDI HAD AN 'INTERIM FIX" AND ADVISED ME TO CONTACT PRINCETON AUDI AGAIN. I DID, BUT THEY DID'T HAVE THE PART FOR THE 'INTERIM FIX' EITHER. I HAVE CALLED THEM 3 TIMES AND NOW AM ON A WAITING LIST WITH OVER 100 NAMES. AUDI APPARENTLY IS NOT MAKING THESE PARTS FAST ENOUGH, AND IN THE MEANTIME, WE ARE ADVISED TO KEEP THE CAR OUT OF THE GARAGE... WINTER IS COMING IN THE NORTHEAST. THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL GET THE PART

Oct 30, 2018

SUSPENSION,WHEELS,ENGINE

1 complaint

FEW DAYS AGO, I WAS DRIVING THE CAR( USUALLY MY WIFE IS DRIVING IT) STOPPED TO A STOP LIGHT, ACTUALLY I TRIED TO STOP, BUT, THE CAR WAS STILL MOVING. AT THE SAME TIME, I NOTICED A VERY HIGH ENGINE REVS, AND THE CAR WAS MOVING, EVEN WITH ME PRESSING HARD THE BREAKS. LUCKILY, WE GOT GREEN LIGHT, AND NOTHING MAJOR HAPPENED. BUT, THE WORST PART IS THAT, I NOTICED, ABOVE THE FRONT WHEELS, SOME SUSPENSION COMPONENTS, PARTS, NUTS, AT ONLY 5 MM OR LESS. IS RIGHT ABOVE THE FRONT WHEELS. IT IS NOT ON THE SIDE, AS SUPPOSED TO BE. THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THAT PART AND THE WHEELS SHOULD BE A LOT MORE. TO ME, IS NOT SAFE AT ALL. THERE IS A RECALL ABOUT IT? IT SAFE TO DRIVE? TO ME LOOKS NOT.

Jul 04, 2018

SUSPENSION

1 complaint

WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ACCELERATING AWAY FROM A STOP THE REAR SUSPENSION MAKING A CLICKING/CLUNKING SOUND FROM BOTH THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS LOOKED INTO THE ISSUE 3 TIMES, THE FIRST TWO AGREEING THERE WAS A PROBLEM BUT I THE THIRD VISIT THEY ARE NOW SAYING THE ISSUE IS NORMAL. THE NOISE COMES FROM THE FORWARD REAR SUB-FRAME BUSHING WHICH WERE REPLACED ON 11/13/2017 BUT HAS SINCE RETURNED. THE CONCERN IS THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO DRIVE.

May 07, 2018

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE

1 complaint

WE REAR-ENDED A SEMI TRUCK WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AS TRAFFIC BEGAN TO SLOW . THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF OUR VEHICLE WAS BADLY DAMAGED. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE PRETENSIONERS ON THE DRIVERS SEATBELT DID NOT ENGAGE . THE SPEED AT WHICH WE WERE TRAVELING IS UNKNOWN BUT LIKELY MORE THAN 15 MILES PER HOUR AND LESS THAN 40 MILES PER HOUR. THE DRIVER LOOKED AWAY FROM THE ROAD BRIEFLY AND REAR-ENDED THE TRUCK AHEAD . WE ARE EXTREMELY CONCERNED THAT OUR AIRBAGS AND SEATBELT DID NOT ENGAGE. THE DRIVER HIT HER HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE PASSENGERS KNEES WERE JAMMED INTO THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT.

Oct 02, 2017

Crash: 1

Injuries: 2

4.9/5.0

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Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2017 AUDI Q5, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2017 AUDI Q5 for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2017 AUDI Q5 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2017 AUDI Q5 VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2017 AUDI Q5 Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2017 AUDI Q5 have?

The 2017 AUDI Q5 currently has 40 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2017 AUDI Q5?

The most common problems reported for the 2017 AUDI Q5 are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2017 AUDI Q5 problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2017 AUDI Q5 comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2017 AUDI Q5?

You can report safety problems with your 2017 AUDI Q5 directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2017 AUDI Q5 VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2017 AUDI Q5 reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2017 AUDI Q5. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.