2018 Audi Q5 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 5%of 209 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,600miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2018 Audi Q5, 5% of the 209 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,600 miles. 2 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.
“1.I had an accident at approximately 10:45 a.m. On thursday, september 19, 2019 in the parking lot for the medical offices located at 2000 south mays street, round rock, texas. 2.I parked in a space on the south side of the building, which is part of their property. 3.my normal habit is to place the car in 'park' when I stop in a parking spot. 4.since it was very warm, I left the motor running so I'd have air conditioning as I placed the sun screen over the windshield. 5.the sun shade is one piece and takes a lot of time and effort to properly install. …”
NHTSA complaint #11258331, filed 2019-09, 14,100 miles“Purchased a 2018 Audi Q5 in july 2017. The engine lost power or acceleration when making a turn. Took it to the dealer 2 times for the same problem and cannot reproduce the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11152166, filed 2018-11, 300 miles“This vehicle has electrical issues. This vehicle waterpump failed twice which I had to repair this vehicle gives warning sign’drive system malfuction’ codes directing to turbo charger but it is actually the wastegate thats the issue-which I had replaced after throwing a new turbo. This vehicle has issues with thermostat which I had replaced twice. …”
NHTSA complaint #11529667, filed 2023-06“On May 3, 2024, while driving to work, the vehicle acutely started to make a loud clicking noise in the engine compartment. I parked the vehicle and looked for a warning light indicator on the dashboard to determine the problem, but no indicator light emerged. I then called Audi Omaha and spoke with the Service Manager who kindly arranged to have my vehicle picked up and a loaner dropped off. …”
NHTSA complaint #11588755, filed 2024-05“My truck was part of a recall regarding my water pump and coolant leaking. I went for service at the Naperville Audi dealership and they basically gave me the run around and didn’t honor the recall lied and said they replaced my thermostat and never did. I had my car towed twice on 10/22 basically left stranded. Audi corporate advised them to fix my car due to the recall and they failed to do so.”
NHTSA complaint #11621556, filed 2024-10Related service bulletins
- 11036901Aug 4, 2026This bulletin provides informatin when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns with quattro Ultra.
- 11033474May 28, 2026This bulletin provides information when there are noises after selecting a ear while idling and the vehicle is stationary, or while driving.
- 11033465May 27, 2026This bulletin provides informatin when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns with quattro Ultra.
- 11033475May 6, 2026The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the…
- 11031003Mar 20, 2026This bulletin provides information when the hydraulic pump cannot be adapted - P17EF00 in gearbox control unit.
- 11028433Jan 22, 2026This bulletin provides informatin when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns with quattro Ultra.
- 11027358Dec 11, 2025This bulletin provides additoinal information to assist in determining the energy content of lithium-ion high-voltage batteries.
- 11023736Sep 5, 2025This bulletin provides informaiton when there is an oil leak at the transmission connector.
- 11022669Aug 15, 2025This bulletin provides informaoitn when there is droning noises/vibrations in tight corneres, in vehicles that have quattro with ultra technology.
- 11021441Jul 30, 2025This bulletin providesi nformation when various DTCs are stored; high maximum temperature recorded for clutch K1.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 7% |
| 2024 | 1 | 5% |
| 2023 | 5 | 11% |
| 2022 | 2 | 9% |
| 2021 | 13 | 18% |
| 2020 | 2 | 8% |
| 2019 | 6 | 11% |
| 2018 | 10 | 5% |
| 2017 | 1 | 2% |
| 2016 | 3 | 4% |
| 2015 | 4 | 4% |
| 2014 | 6 | 6% |
| 2013 | 6 | 7% |
| 2012 | 5 | 3% |
| 2011 | 12 | 8% |
| 2010 | 8 | 8% |
| 2009 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2018 Audi Q5
74 complaintsOther or unknown
46 complaintsEngine
31 complaintsSuspension
25 complaintsBrakes
22 complaintsBody and structure
22 complaintsForward collision avoidance
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsExterior lighting
13 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Audi Q5
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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