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2025 Audi Q5 recalls and problems

The 2025 Audi Q5 has 1 safety recall and 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
49
Crashes / fires
3 / 0
Injuries / deaths
3 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Audi Q5 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Audi Q5 recalls

Recall 26V-266: Seat Belts

Reported Apr 24, 2026 · 7,425 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.

2025 Audi Q5 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance35
Electrical System22
Service Brakes12
Lane Departure9
Engine7
Unknown or Other5
Power Train4
Air Bags4
Seat Belts4
Vehicle Speed Control3
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Back Over Prevention2

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 13
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 12
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 10
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 5
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 4
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
  • Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 12,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Audi Q5 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Nov 8, 2026
The vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of engine power (limp mode) while driving, accompanied by a “POWER LIMIT” warning in the instrument cluster. Separately, the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) malfunctioned, including Emergency Assist / Medical Alert Assist (which autonomously pulled the vehicle over on two occasions) and Traffic Sign Recognition. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. While accelerating at approximately 35 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost nearly all power and would only move at about 2 mph, creating an immediate hazard in traffic. On…
Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Nov 7, 2026
Emergency assist engages . Randomly while driving at highway speed Car starts pulling to right by itself and slowing down . In 5 seconds control can de gained by driver intervention Dealer has twice 2 appointment to fix and still can’t fix it . This is widely reported on the internet and is a know safety issue ..
Service Brakes · reported Nov 3, 2026
2025 Audi Q5 S Line (VIN [XXX]). Surrendered under binding repurchase order via BBB AUTO LINE Case #[XXX] (VA Lemon Law) due to uncorrected factory defects. Odometer locked at 855 miles. 1. POWERTRAIN FLUID DEFECT & SHIFT FAILURE: Delivered new (23 miles) with transmission critically low on hydraulic fluid. Caused gear actuator failures, DTCs P187C00, P086900, P270800, and a 20-minute failure to engage "Park" (Repair Order #[XXX]). Failure to engage Park creates an immediate unintended rollaway and collision hazard (FMVSS 102/114). The dealer had to add fluid and perform 10 consecutive sensor…
Electrical System · reported Oct 21, 2026
The NEW vehicle keeps showing a warning light on the dash saying that the rear wheel bolts are loose two accidents have occurred in a 60 day period, the vehicle has been in for service multiple times and Audi has not found a fix for the safety light warning or found the loose bolts or suspension break issues. The have ignored a vehicle defect notice sent and lawyered up as soon as I said the vehicle was a lemon.
Unknown or Other · reported Oct 15, 2026
May 30, 2026 - Latching part of rear door lock broken. Had 3 grandchildren in the car at the time. Door would not latch. October 15, 2026 - Park gear would not work properly. Put in park and car would still roll. Hill-hold function also not working. March 24, April 8, August 7 - Front console lights up with warning lights for no reason. Dangerous as you don't know what is working and what is not. Forced us to have car out of commission for over 30 days since purchase on March 6, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Audi Q5 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2025 Audi Q5: 26V-266 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Audi Q5?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (35 reports), followed by electrical system (22). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 12,000 miles.

Are Audi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.