2013 Audi Q5 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 9%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the body and structure of the 2013 Audi Q5, 9% of the 89 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,000 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.
“We have key less entry car. My wife put my son in car seat, put her purse with keys and closed the back door and when she tried to enter from front door the car was lock, my son got locked inside the car, even when the key were inside. Called the Audi customer care, they said when the keys are inside the car it, not suppose to happen.”
NHTSA complaint #10508456, filed 2013-04, 7,000 miles“Front bumper paint pealing off. Had the bumper replaced just over a year ago and paint is already pealing off the new bumper. Audi refuses to replace bumper again because it's past the warranty. Can't even wash the car without more paint pealing off.”
NHTSA complaint #10894105, filed 2016-08, 50,000 miles“Chronic sunroof rattling. While driving at various speeds, panoramic sunroof rattles consistently while closed. Dealership has not been able to fix after 4 attempts. Vehicle is under warranty. Dealership is aware of issue but is unaware of a resolution.”
NHTSA complaint #10808597, filed 2015-12, 26,000 miles“Took vehicle in for state safety inspection. Found heavy rust on subframe nearly all the way through. Was told if it gets any worse it will not pass inspection next time. Apparently there are plastic rock shields on subframe that trap water causing it to rust. Took it to dealer and they want to charge close to $4000 to replace. This seems like an engineering defect. The vehicle is kept in a garage and doesn’t have any other rust on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11677300, filed 2025-07“The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q5 hybrid. The contact stated that whenever accessing the power liftgate, the door would open and close abruptly. The dealer was contacted and stated that the liftgate was operating as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 2,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10544119, filed 2013-09, 2,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11038033Sep 8, 2026This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
- 11035809Jul 9, 2026This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.
- 11025323Oct 17, 2025This bulletin provides informaiton when the license plate mouting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
- 11022704Aug 28, 2025This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the tailpipes.
- 11017649Apr 15, 2025This service information TSB describes a cosmetic issue after using a car wash.
- 11015754Feb 18, 2025This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
- 11013723Jan 21, 2025This TSB provides information when the exterior rubber trim is spotted.
- 11012497Dec 12, 2024This bulletin provides informationw hen there are optical defects, scratches, and/or chrome peeling.
- 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.
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 2013 Audi Q5
33 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 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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