Audi Q5 E Problems by Year
Audi Q5 E years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Q5 E year: 2021, 2024. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2021 Q5 E: 29 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2024 Q5 E: 14 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2020 Q5 E: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2022 Q5 E: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2025 Q5 E: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2023 Q5 E: 7 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Audi Q5 E problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 25 | 6 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 8 | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Wheels | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Hybrid Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi Q5 E model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q5 E | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2024 Q5 E | 14 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2023 Q5 E | 7 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 Q5 E | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2021 Q5 E | 29 | 0 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2020 Q5 E | 12 | 0 | — | Electrical System | More complaints than other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi Q5 E years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2021 (29), 2024 (14) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Q5 E year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Audi Q5 E?
Electrical System, with 25 complaints across 6 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi Q5 E have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.