There are no safety recalls for the 2013 Audi S5, but owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA.
2013 Audi S5 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 10 | |
| Steering | 3 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 79,000 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 2013 Audi S5 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · reported Jun 16, 2026
NHTSA Safety Complaint DraftVehicle Information:Year/Make/Model: 2013 Audi S5 Premium Plus CoupeVIN: [XXX]: Power Train / Transmission (7-Speed Dual-Clutch S-Tronic / DSG)Description of Safety Defect:I am writing to report a severe, recurring safety defect regarding the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission in my 2013 Audi S5. The vehicle is experiencing catastrophic transmission issues, including sudden power loss, violent juddering, erratic shifting, and abruptly entering "limp mode" without warning.This issue presents an immediate and severe safety hazard. When the transmission abruptly loses…
Power Train · reported Mar 3, 2025
I had a very pricey service performed on my vehicle and during that service they said there was a service bulletin or recall that required a software upgrade for the transmission (Audi of El Paso, TX). Once that occurred, my transmission would shift very hard especially going from 1st to 2nd gear or downshifting from 2nd to 1st gear. My service advisor told me that my vehicle had to learn again and that it would smooth out in time. It never has. My vehicle with only 79,000 miles on it should certainly not be having any transmission issues, especially since they were non-existent until the…
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Apr 11, 2023
I smelled a super strong gas smell from my car leaking somewhere in the engine hidden by other parts, it smells so bad itâs hard to be in the car itâs a fire hazard. Due to the fuel the car hardly starts due to the fuel not getting to the engine
Power Train · reported Feb 2, 2023
mechatronic unit failed incident : random jerking when driving had to pull the car over car lost power "gear box malfunction" code on my dashboard. after replacing the mechatornic unit had to pay 5127 dollars out of pocket to get fixed
Power Train · reported Jun 3, 2021
while driving, got a notification on the dash board "transmission malfunction, limited functionality" and a "tpms malfunction" notification. Car seemed like it was skipping 1st and 2nd gear after i continued driving.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2013 Audi S5 have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2013 Audi S5 as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Audi S5?
Owners report power train problems most often (10 reports), followed by steering (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 79,000 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.