2011 Audi Q5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 3%of 143 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the visibility of the 2011 Audi Q5, 3% of the 143 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,900 miles.
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.
“The sunroof sunshade broke while retracting and blocked rear window causing a hazard. I had to tape it up as it is now only partially attached and I am unable to remove. It is taped so I can continue driving safetly. I was driving when this happened.”
NHTSA complaint #11229390, filed 2019-07, 99,000 miles“Front windshield washer non-operative. Dealer diagnosed as bad switch. Not covered by warranty, recall or campaign. (5) months out of warranty. Started as intermittent now not working at all. Vehicle will not pass ma state inspection as is.”
NHTSA complaint #10785249, filed 2015-10, 44,900 miles“Wipers do not keep windshield clear in winter snow and ice driving conditions. Wipers freeze up and do not clear windshield, seriously compromising visibility and causing dangerous vehicle operation. Design is proprietary and Audi do not offer winter blades to remedy this situation. Please note, this is for an Audi a4 quattro, not Q5 as your web site only acknowledges the a3 and Q5 as choices for vehicles.”
NHTSA complaint #10370862, filed 2010-12, 350 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11036915Aug 11, 2026This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11023734Sep 10, 2025This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
- 11016505Mar 4, 2025This bulletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressr replaements regardless of the concern.
- 11005911Jul 11, 2024This bulletin provides informatin for the GFF test plan that is requied for AC compressor replacements.
- 10250232Feb 6, 2024This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
- 10240152Jul 19, 2023This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
- 10239686Jul 19, 2023This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
- 10238241Jun 14, 2023This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
- 10238221Jun 14, 2023This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
- 10216044Jul 5, 2022This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 7% |
| 2023 | 1 | 2% |
| 2022 | 2 | 9% |
| 2021 | 3 | 4% |
| 2020 | 1 | 4% |
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 5 | 2% |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 4 | 5% |
| 2015 | 5 | 5% |
| 2014 | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 | 3 | 3% |
| 2012 | 7 | 4% |
| 2011 | 4 | 3% |
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2011 Audi Q5
67 complaintsEngine
42 complaintsFuel system
32 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology