2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet Problems
- Complaints
- 8filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 61,000miles, 7 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 20 mpgcombined, 3.0L 6-cyl AWD · 17 city / 26 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet. The part named most often is body and structure, with 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by air bags (2) and engine (1). 7 of the complaints include a mileage, and 43% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 61,000 miles. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 523 technical service bulletins for this model year. Body and structure complaints overlap with 26 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Air bags complaints overlap with 2 recall campaigns covering the inflator module and 40 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
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.
- Body and structure3 38%
- Air bags2 25%
- Engine1 13%
- Fuel system1 13%
Example complaints
Body and structure: “The rear convertible window is separating completely from the roof and I am afraid it will fall out on the road or fly out and hit someone. The window is currently only attached by 2 corner. I have tried to address it with Audi but have been told its not their problem”
NHTSA complaint #11194207, filed 2019-04, 86,000 milesAir bags: “Takata recall have been informed by Audi that airbag will likely not be available for a year or more. They have verbally advised me to continue to drive the car. However, their letters say it could cause death to drive the car. We are ranked at the highest risk according to Audi as we live in sc in hot humid environment.”
NHTSA complaint #11090488, filed 2018-04, 34,000 milesEngine: “When starting the car, the engine would crank for several seconds and sometimes would not start at all until restarting the ignition sequence. While at a stop, the car would jump suddenly after a delay of pressing the gas pedal and the idle was very uneven. After turning the car off, the smell of gasoline would permeate around the vehicle for a long time, mainly coming from the engine area. When opening the hood, the entire engine compartment had a shiny appearance almost as if a mist of gas or solvent covered every surface. …”
NHTSA complaint #11172987, filed 2019-01, 61,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
43% of the 7 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 48,500 and 80,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5 Cabriolet AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl | 7-speed automatic | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,100 |
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
- 18V082000Jan 30, 2018Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator moduleCovers: Audi S5 Cabriolet 2010–2012, A3 2006–2013, Q5 2009–2012 +4 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's…
- 16V078000Feb 10, 2016Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator moduleCovers: Audi S5 Cabriolet 2010–2012, Volkswagen Passat 2007–2010, 2012–2014, CC 2009–2014 +5 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet…
Recall details for the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet → · 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. 523 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 10212683Apr 1, 2913Transmission and drivetrain. Speed S-tronic, leaks from transmission
- 11036909Aug 21, 2026Brakes. This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
- 11036934Aug 11, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
- 11036914Aug 11, 2026Brakes. This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
- 11035809Jul 9, 2026Body and structure. This 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.
- 11034641Jun 22, 2026Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin provides information when, after replacing the mechatronic unit/gearbox, the engine only starts when the button has been pressed twice.
- 11032137Apr 22, 2026Other or unknown. This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- 11030985Mar 17, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- 11030984Mar 2, 2026Electrical system. This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- 11028398Jan 14, 2026Engine. This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
Other model years of the Audi S5 Cabriolet
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | 67,750 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 8 | 61,000 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
All Audi S5 Cabriolet model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet have?
NHTSA recorded 8 consumer complaints for the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet is reported most often?
Body and structure is named most often, in 3 complaints (38% of the total), followed by air bags with 2.
Has the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet get?
The EPA rates the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet (S5 Cabriolet, 3.0L 6-cyl) at 20 mpg combined, 17 city and 26 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,100 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2010 Audi S5 Cabriolet reported?
Among the 7 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 61,000 miles and the middle half falls between 48,500 and 80,000 miles; 43% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. 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.