2025 Audi Q5 Problems
Compared with other Audi Q5 years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2025 can be compared from 2028.
- Most reported part: Forward collision avoidance (24 complaints).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 46filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 6,005miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 / 5stars overall
- EPA fuel economy
- 25 mpgcombined, 2.0L 4-cyl AWD · 22 city / 30 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2025 Audi Q5 (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2025 Audi Q5. The part named most often is forward collision avoidance, with 24 complaints (52% of the total), followed by electrical system (21) and brakes (11). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 6,005 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 883 technical service bulletins for this model year. Electrical system complaints overlap with 436 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Electrical system21 46%
- Brakes11 24%
- Engine6 13%
- Lane departure6 13%
- Other or unknown5 11%
- Air bags4 8.7%
- Seat belts4 8.7%
- Vehicle speed control3 6.5%
Also reported: Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) (3), Back-over prevention (rear camera) (2), Fuel system (2), Engine cooling (1), Steering (1), Body and structure (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Forward collision avoidance: “The airbag light and the driving assistance warning lights appeared on the dashboard randomly one day. I took the vehicle to the dealership (Audi of Columbia), where they kept it for a week and said the software needed to be updated. They updated it multiple times, but the car would not complete the update until the last attempt. When I picked up the car, they reported that several other 2025 Q5 (new model) vehicles were being brought in for the same issue. When I picked up the car, there were no warning lights on the dashboard. …”
NHTSA complaint #11740423, filed 2026-05Electrical system: “All of my display screens went blank at 108 miles. I had no speedometer, no fuel level gauge, no warning indicators, and no audio alerts including turn signals. The vehicle was towed to the dealership since it was a safety issue for me to drive. It has been there since November 2025.”
NHTSA complaint #11737047, filed 2026-05Brakes: “On December 22nd i got into the vehicle and a few errors popped up which consisted of “loose wheel warning malfunction” “brakes: limited functionality drive with causation” “active front assist and emergency assist unavailable”. I called the nearest dealer and was told it’s ok to drive it’s just a software glitch and if i don’t feel comfortable driving i should take it to the dealer and come back tomorrow for a loaner since service was closed already. …”
NHTSA complaint #11706733, filed 2025-12Engine: “When attempting to accelerate rapidly (I.e. passing gear) the engine immediately begins to lose power. Audi dealer investigated and determined it was “TURBO LAG”. This situation happened multiple times at different speeds. When trying to accelerate to pass another vehicle or to merge onto a freeway are the scariest and most dangerous instances. Taking your foot off the accelerator does allow the engine to regain speed. The salesman that we had experienced this on a test ride with me. …”
NHTSA complaint #11708657, filed 2026-01Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 10 and 12,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2025 Audi Q5. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 · SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | 5 / 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 16.4% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2025 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Neighbouring years: 2024: same overall rating. A redesign between years can change both the car and the test.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2025 Audi Q5 version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); plug-in hybrid figures are for gasoline-only (hybrid mode) driving, so no annual cost is shown.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 TFSI quattro AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl | 7-speed automatic | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,300 |
| Q5 S line quattro AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl · hybrid | 7-speed automatic | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,300 |
| Q5 quattro AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl · hybrid | 7-speed automatic | 23 | 29 | 26 | $3,150 |
| Q5 Plug-In Hybrid quattro AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl · plug-in hybrid | 7-speed automatic | 25 | 27 | 26 gas only | — |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 26V266000Apr 24, 2026Seat belts › PretensionerCovers: Audi Q5 2025, SQ5 2025, Q5 Sportback 2025
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.
Recall details for the 2025 Audi Q5 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 883 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11038103Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information regarding software update KD2* 03.11.00/C (28.14.01).
- 11038096Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides an overview of the combined software updates for cluster 3; PPE/PPC.
- 11038088Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when the rear lid only opens/clolses slightly and then stops.
- 11038083Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when there is an engine warning lamp on; DTC P157000 is logged in the ECM.
- 11038077Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when there is occasionally audio output for entertainment when the vehicle is started.
- 11038076Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides informaiton when the sound output pauses automatically after starting the vehicle.
- 11038075Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulleitn provides informaiton when there is a translucent rectangle covering the center display.
- 11038074Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when the time does not autmotically update when daylight savings time begins or ends.
- 11038073Sep 30, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides informaiton when the settings for sound via the head restraints are missing.
- 11038072Sep 30, 2026Engine. This bulletin provides information when the exhaust emissions warning lamp lights up; DTC P050A; 2.0 ltr 4-cyl.
Other model years of the Audi Q5
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 46 | 6,005 | 1 | 5 | 25 | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2024 | 20 | — | 4 | 5 | 26 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 44 | — | 5 | — | 25 | 68 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 22 | 23,000 | 4 | — | 25 | — | Rising |
| 2021 | 74 | 20,000 | 8 | 5 | 25 | 91 · More | Stable |
| 2020 | 25 | 1,225 | 6 | 5 | 24 | 51 · Typical | Stable |
| 2019 | 53 | 7,900 | 5 | 5 | 24 | 51 · Typical | Rising |
| 2018 | 208 | 15,142 | 6 | 5 | 25 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2017 | 42 | 19,750 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 46 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 78 | 36,244 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 59 · Typical | Rising |
| 2015 | 100 | 53,000 | 6 | 4 | 22 | 49 · Typical | Rising |
| 2014 | 105 | 50,000 | 5 | 4 | 22 | 45 · Typical | Stable |
| 2013 | 89 | 56,250 | 5 | — | 22 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 168 | 71,000 | 6 | — | 22 | 53 · Typical | Falling |
| 2011 | 143 | 77,000 | 5 | — | 22 | 32 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2010 | 100 | 75,000 | 4 | — | 20 | 39 · Typical | Stable |
| 2009 | 31 | 56,000 | 6 | — | 20 | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
All Audi Q5 model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2025 Audi Q5 have?
NHTSA recorded 46 consumer complaints for the 2025 Audi Q5 as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2025 Audi Q5 is reported most often?
Forward collision avoidance is named most often, in 24 complaints (52% of the total), followed by electrical system with 21.
Has the 2025 Audi Q5 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2025 Audi Q5 do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2025 Audi Q5 5 out of 5 stars overall. Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi Q5 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Audi Q5 (Q5 TFSI quattro, 2.0L 4-cyl) at 25 mpg combined, 22 city and 30 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,300 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2025 Audi Q5 reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 6,005 miles and the middle half falls between 10 and 12,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
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. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.