Audi Q5 Sportback recalls and problems
6 recalls and 29 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
6
Complaints
29
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
1
Choose a model year
Audi Q5 Sportback by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q5 Sportback | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 Q5 Sportback | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Q5 Sportback | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 Q5 Sportback | 5 | 23 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Most reported Audi Q5 Sportback problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | |
| Electrical System | 7 | |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | |
| Service Brakes | 6 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | |
| Lane Departure | 5 | |
| Power Train | 4 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
All Audi Q5 Sportback recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-266 | Apr 24, 2026 | 2025 | Seat Belts | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 25V-294 | May 7, 2025 | 2022–2024 | Engine | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-753 | Oct 7, 2022 | 2022–2023 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 22V-368 | May 23, 2022 | 2022 | Engine and Engine Cooling | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 21V-947 | Dec 8, 2021 | 2022 | Structure, Electrical System | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| 21V-825 | Oct 20, 2021 | 2022 | Back Over Prevention | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Audi Q5 Sportback?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback has the most reports (23). Check the 2022 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Audi Q5 Sportback have?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls covering Audi Q5 Sportback model years 2022–2025.
What are the most common Audi Q5 Sportback problems?
Owners report engine, electrical system, unknown or other problems most often.