2016 Audi Q5 Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 10%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2016 Audi Q5, 10% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 miles. 2 recall campaigns on record are 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.
“The contact owns a 2016 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the oil pressure warning light flashed on the instrument panel. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic on several occasions and unknown repairs were performed; however, after each repair, the failure persisted. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed; however, the cause of the failure could not be determined. The contact attempted to reach the manufacturer but had no success. …”
NHTSA complaint #11498662, filed 2022-12, 119,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormal burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact checked the oil and coolant levels and became aware that the coolant level was very low. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after filling the coolant reservoir the odor went away. The contact stated that the odor returned, and the coolant level was very low. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11543397, filed 2023-09, 100,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an abnormal rattling sound was coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the coolant pump and serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V229000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and that the repair would be an out of pocket expense. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the Vin was not included in the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #11421134, filed 2021-06, 74,000 miles“The contact owns a 2016 Audi Q5. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v229000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Audi northlake (10831 northlake auto plaza blvd, charlotte, nc) and the manufacturer were contacted and confirmed that the parts would not available for the recall remedy until november of 2018. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.”
NHTSA complaint #11102799, filed 2018-06Related recalls
- 18V229000Apr 11, 2018Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and…Covers: Audi Q5 2013–2017, A5 2013–2017, A5 Cabriolet 2013–2017 +2 more
- 17V002000Jan 3, 2017Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4…Covers: Audi Q5 2013–2017, A5 2013–2017, A6 2012–2015 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 10249238Jan 19, 2024SERV_ACT - After-Run Coolant Pump - Closure Notice
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 2016 Audi Q5
26 complaintsOther or unknown
11 complaintsElectrical system
10 complaintsSteering
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 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