Audi Q5 Sportback Problems by Year
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Audi Q5 Sportback, across 4 model years (2022–2025). The 2022 model year has the most complaints (23). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Audi Q5 Sportback years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Q5 Sportback model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2022 Q5 Sportback: 23 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2023 Q5 Sportback: 6 complaints, 2 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 Sportback problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Back Over Prevention | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Audi Q5 Sportback model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q5 Sportback | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2024 Q5 Sportback | 0 | 1 | 5★ | — | |
| 2023 Q5 Sportback | 6 | 2 | — | Structure | |
| 2022 Q5 Sportback | 23 | 5 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Audi Q5 Sportback years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2022 (23), 2023 (6). 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 Sportback?
Engine, with 8 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Audi Q5 Sportback have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.