2015 Audi Q5 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 100 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,351miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the body and structure of the 2015 Audi Q5, 5% of the 100 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,351 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 subframe in the Audi Q5 has plastic that is connected to the bottom of the subframe which traps salt, water and dirt which can lead to premature rusting and failure. Because this is where a lot of the suspension and other components are attached to, when this fails during operation of the vehicle, it can lead to loss of control and increase the chance of an accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11772781, filed 2026-10“The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely rusted and could not pass a safety inspection. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,351.”
NHTSA complaint #11713660, filed 2026-01, 82,351 miles“Vehicle failed inspection due to premature rust perforation damage of rear subframe caused by a plastic cover trapping water against the metal. Vehicle otherwise passed inspection.”
NHTSA complaint #11739494, filed 2026-05Related service bulletins
- 11038033Sep 8, 2026This TSB describes a corrosion issue due to outside influence and the prohibition of warranty in these cases.
- 11036922Aug 20, 2026This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
- 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.
- 11025322Oct 17, 2025This bulletin provides guidance for exterior glass cleaning.
- 11022710Aug 29, 2025This bulletin provides information for when there are scratches or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or there are particles or insects inside of the housing.
- 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.
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 2015 Audi Q5
38 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 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 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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