2009 Audi Q5 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 1about this part
- Share
- 3%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 1 complaints about the body and structure of the 2009 Audi Q5, 3% of the 31 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I am reporting a potentially serious safety defect involving the rear subframe/crossmember of my 2009 Audi Q5. I discovered significant corrosion on the vehicle's rear subframe, which is a structural component supporting the rear suspension and rear axle assembly. The corrosion is substantially more than normal superficial surface rust. There is visible rust scaling and loss of material in areas of the rear subframe. The affected area was partially concealed by the factory-installed plastic stone guards/shields. …”
NHTSA complaint #11763236, filed 2026-09Related service bulletins
- 11011282Nov 22, 2024This bulletin provides information when speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference is noted.
- 11009941Oct 31, 2024This bulletin provides diagnostic information regarding the locking system.
- 11005865Jul 31, 2024This bulletin provides information when there are noises/vibration from the front of the vehicle while in dynamic mode.
- 11002981Jun 12, 2024This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibration or audio interference.
- 11002912Jun 12, 2024This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibration or audio interference.
- 11002235May 23, 2024This bulletin provides information when the door handle touch sensors for Audi advanced key are inoperative.
- 11002135May 23, 2024This bulletin provides information when the door handle touch sensors for Audi advanced key are inoperative.
- 11002234May 17, 2024This bulletin provides information when the exterior trunk handle is inoperative.
- 11002134May 17, 2024This bulletin provides information when the exterior trunk handle is inoperative.
- 10198567Jun 25, 2021This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 2% |
| 2024 | 2 | 10% |
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 | 4 | 8% |
| 2018 | 21 | 10% |
| 2017 | 3 | 7% |
| 2016 | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 | 5 | 5% |
| 2014 | 10 | 10% |
| 2013 | 8 | 9% |
| 2012 | 9 | 5% |
| 2011 | 3 | 2% |
| 2010 | 5 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2009 Audi Q5
16 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsBrakes
1 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Audi Q5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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