2013 Audi Q5 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 2%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2013 Audi Q5, 2% of the 89 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.
“The rear subframe has plastic stone guards to protect the frame from being damaged in off-road conditions. Where these stone guards are attached, the subframe has rotted/rusted large holes. Water and salt from winter seasons can get trapped behind these guards. A subframe on a vehicle at this age should NOT have complete holes rotted through. Let alone a vehicle brand such as Audi, known for quality. The rear subframe connects the rear suspension and AWD drivetrain to the unibody of the vehicle. This is a major safety concern. …”
NHTSA complaint #11619831, filed 2024-10Related service bulletins
- 11030983Mar 24, 2026This bulletin provides informaiotn regarding squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering.
- 11013709Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information when noises from wheel input shaft/drive shaft are reported.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 | 25 | 12% |
| 2017 | 2 | 5% |
| 2016 | 2 | 3% |
| 2015 | 8 | 8% |
| 2014 | 7 | 7% |
| 2013 | 2 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 2% |
| 2011 | 4 | 3% |
| 2010 | 2 | 2% |
| 2009 | 2 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2013 Audi Q5
33 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsExterior lighting
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 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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