2014 Audi Q5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 105 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the visibility of the 2014 Audi Q5, 3% of the 105 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Was making a left turn. The drivers side mirror blinded my view of the car waiting at the stop sign of the road I was entering. My car clipped the other car.”
NHTSA complaint #10550913, filed 2013-11, 2,500 miles“The wiper pulls back water to the windscreen that impacts visibility causing a safety hazard. The car was taken to the dealer and vides were shown. Brand new wiper blades were installed at the cost of $80. The problem continues. Dealer states that it is by design. Have driven several Q5's and such a safety hazard is definitely not by design. Videos are posted on the Audi facebook page. No response or attempt to fix the issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10905130, filed 2016-09, 12,000 miles“The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q5. The contact stated that the vehicle was equipped with an auto start/ stop function. While driving from a complete stop the vehicle rolled backwards when the accelerator pedal was engaged. The auto/stop failed to operate properly. The contact restarted the vehicle and resumed in operation. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. In addition, the windshield washer fluid sensor was faulty. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. …”
NHTSA complaint #10593742, filed 2014-05, 2,000 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.
- 10240212Jul 17, 2023This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
- 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.
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 2014 Audi Q5
36 complaintsSteering
17 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Audi Q5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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