2015 Audi Q5 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 100 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 10,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the visibility of the 2015 Audi Q5, 5% of the 100 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 10,000 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.
“Approximately 10:45 am my husband (the driver) and I (the passenger) were driving west on co hwy 86 just leaving franktown, co and had crossed over the cherry creek bridge when the panoramic sunroof in our 99 day old 2015 Audi Q5 exploded outwards. The outside temp was approx. 35 degrees, light winds, windows up, sunroof closed / sun shade opened half way, and vent for outside air was on; no cars ahead or behind us; no large chunks of debris on the road. We initially thought we had been shot at and ducked while looking around for people and a safe place to stop. …”
NHTSA complaint #10660936, filed 2014-11, 4,264 miles“Driving on the highway the panoramic sun roof window shattered. Sounded like an explosion. Glass shattered and flew throughout car and blew away. Posed hazard to those in car as the glass shattered. Could have caused hazard if driver did not maintain control due to sudden sound and sudden incidence. Extremely dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #11521845, filed 2023-05“The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated that water was leaking into the vehicle through the sunroof. The contact stated that water also soaked into the foam surrounding the side head air bag inflator canister. The contact stated there was mold in the rear passenger’s and driver’s side seats and inside the trunk. The contact stated that the battery and electrical equipment were under water and covered in mold. The vehicle was towed to a service station where it was inspected and determined that water had leaked through the sunroof and the surrounding foam needed to be replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #11535832, filed 2023-08, 30,000 miles“The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17v001000 (visibility, air bags). The dealer stated that the parts were not available. A repair appointment was scheduled, but there was no timeframe for the repair. The manufacturer was notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.”
NHTSA complaint #10981352, filed 2017-04Related service bulletins
- 11038024Sep 22, 2026This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.
- 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.
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 2015 Audi Q5
38 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsSteering
14 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsSuspension
8 complaintsBody and structure
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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