2011 Audi A5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other A5 years
- Far more complaints than other years 6th of 19 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Audi A5. That ranks 6th out of 19 A5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (14 complaints, 56%), typically at around 52,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 25owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Audi A5 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 56% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 24% | 70,600 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 16% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 16% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Audi A5 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2011 Audi A5.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I filed a claim with insurance company with what I thought was minor damages for a hit and run that happened to me while I was at emergency room for the multiple surgeries Iâve had recently and when the claim came back total loss due to defective airbag recalls and cause my airbags were supposed…
Unknown
Earlier models were recalled for defective air bag modules. My 2011 A5 was not recalled but the air bag module failed in exactly the same way as earlier models. The modules were not upgraded and perhaps the newer models should be included in recall. I have an invoice for $1443.45 from the dealer…
There was a fuel odor permeating in the vehicle, and the further I drove, the more intense was the gasoline smell. I pulled into a strip mall and turned off the engine for fear of a fire or explosion. I immediately called and requested the car be towed to my mechanic. My mechanic diagnosed the…
Audi has recalled a5 until 2009 for defective air bag modules, ie power supply. My 2011 has the same problem but not covered by recall. Why not? Very dangerous condition. Thank you.
Other Audi A5 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 A5 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 A5 | 8 | 2 |
| 2024 A5 | 8 | 0 |
| 2023 A5 | 8 | 0 |
| 2022 A5 | 7 | 2 |
| 2021 A5 | 8 | 5 |
| 2020 A5 | 60 | 4 |
| 2019 A5 | 12 | 3 |
| 2018 A5 | 38 | 6 |
| 2017 A5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 A5 | 7 | 3 |
| 2015 A5 | 8 | 3 |
| 2014 A5 | 28 | 3 |
| 2013 A5 | 35 | 3 |
| 2012 A5 | 22 | 0 |
| 2011 | 25 | 0 |
| 2010 A5 | 34 | 0 |
| 2009 A5 | 11 | 1 |
| 2008 A5 | 5 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Audi A5?
Owners most often report air bags, engine, power train problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Audi A5?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2011 Audi A5 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other A5 model years, the 2011 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.