2015 Audi Q5 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 4%of 100 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electrical system of the 2015 Audi Q5, 4% of the 100 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“Im seeing a lot of recalls on 2015 Audi Q5 and im afraid of going out with the car. I spoke with Audi guys and explained about the situation but they are talking rude. What ever the recall they mentioned and they mentioned in the document saying that the car can result to fire and this is dangerous to the customers.”
NHTSA complaint #11056281, filed 2017-12“1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? EPC light is on, car stalled on highway towed in Audi Dealership Jan/2023, On August 18, 2025 The vehicle experience catastrophic engine failure, electrical issues, coolant system defects,and currently inoperable and safety risk. 2.How was your safety or safety of others put at risk? vehicle stalled on street potentially public safety risk. 3.Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? …”
NHTSA complaint #11705718, filed 2025-12“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Timing belt broke while traveling at 75 mph on the highway, and at 71,000 miles odometer How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car was shaking and acting crazy on the interstate Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Issue was confirmed and Audi Quoted me $8000 to repair because of bent valve heads Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? …”
NHTSA complaint #11445425, filed 2021-12Related recalls
- 17V622000Oct 5, 2017Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact…Covers: Audi Q5 2013–2016, A4 Allroad 2013–2016, A5 2013–2016
Related service bulletins
- 11035810Jul 9, 2026This bulletin provides informatoinw hent here are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles inside of the housing.
- 11034643Jun 23, 2026This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
- 11034634Jun 23, 2026This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
- 11033492May 22, 2026This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
- 11032165Apr 30, 2026This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
- 11031051Mar 20, 2026This bulletin provides informaiotn about various infortainment system complaints.
- 11030985Mar 17, 2026This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- 11030984Mar 2, 2026This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- 11029407Feb 17, 2026This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.
- 11029370Feb 17, 2026This TSB provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 | 46% |
| 2024 | 2 | 10% |
| 2023 | 10 | 23% |
| 2022 | 7 | 32% |
| 2021 | 27 | 36% |
| 2020 | 8 | 32% |
| 2019 | 13 | 25% |
| 2018 | 74 | 36% |
| 2017 | 4 | 10% |
| 2016 | 10 | 13% |
| 2015 | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 | 9 | 9% |
| 2013 | 9 | 10% |
| 2012 | 5 | 3% |
| 2011 | 8 | 6% |
| 2010 | 7 | 7% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2015 Audi Q5
38 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2015 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