2022 Audi Q5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 27, 2026 · 22 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Q5 years
Far fewer complaints than other years 16th of 19 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Audi Q5. That ranks 16th out of 19 Q5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (7 complaints, 32%), typically at around 23,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year.

Audi Q5
Audi Q5 GU 2.0 TDI in Filderstadt. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2022 Audi Q5 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Electrical System7 · ~23,000 mi
Engine4
Unknown or Other4
Vehicle Speed Control3 · ~20,000 mi
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Fuel/propulsion System2
Power Train2
Lane Departure1
Visibility1 · ~41,000 mi
Visibility/wiper1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System732%23,000——
Engine418%———
Unknown or Other418%———
Vehicle Speed Control314%20,000——
Forward Collision Avoidance29%———
Fuel/propulsion System29%———
Power Train29%———
Lane Departure15%———
Visibility15%41,000——
Visibility/wiper15%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2026, with 8 complaints
2023: 3202332024: 6202462025: 5202552026: 820268

n = 22 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2022 Audi Q5 recalls (4)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

EngineMay 7, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V294000 · 89,417 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.

Risk: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.

Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryFeb 12, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V080000 · 20,201 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software , free of charge. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased recall. Phase 1 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include Owner letters 2021-2024 model year vehicles, and Phase 3 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed February 28, 2025, and May 7, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V898.

Electrical system:propulsion system:traction batteryNov 27, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V898000 · 4,616 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V080.

Electrical system:propulsion system:charging:cable/cord:onboardDec 13, 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V842000 · 93,196 vehicles

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.

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.

NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2022 Audi Q5 I am reporting a potential safety defect involving water intrusion through the panoramic-roof drainage system of a 2022 Audi Q5 and resulting damage to the vehicle's electrical system. The vehicle was purchased with a rebuilt title at approximately…

Electrical System · received Aug 27, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11759961

Our '22 Audi Q5 experienced a spontaneous sunroof implosion while driving on the highway. Temperature would not have been a considering factor here, nor did anything hit the sunroof but it exploded and showered the occupants with glass - both pebble-sized pieces and small shards. The curtain was…

Unknown or Other · received Jun 1, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11741249

2022 Audi Q5 (VIN: [XXX] ). Engine lubrication system failure — persistent abnormal oil consumption across two separate engines over 14 months. Beginning March 2025, the low engine oil warning light began activating repeatedly, sometimes after as few as 300 miles. AutoNation Audi Bellevue…

Engine · received May 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11740979

The module that controls the car’s electronics is located inside a special protective bag. A hole developed in this bag, and water leaked inside. The module is now completely submerged in water. When we started the car, many error messages appeared, but after we turned the car off and tried to…

Electrical System · received Apr 20, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11732436

Vehicle: 2022 Audi Q5 VIN: [XXX] Current Mileage: 60,221 DESCRIPTION OF PROBLEM: I am filing this complaint regarding a recurring all-wheel-drive (AWD) system defect on my 2022 Audi Q5 that has persisted despite a prior repair performed under the factory warranty. SYMPTOMS: I have been experiencing…

Power Train · received Mar 28, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11727667

Other Audi Q5 years

← 2021 Q5 · 2023 Q5 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 Q540
2025 Q5441
2024 Q5204
2023 Q5445
2022224
2021 Q5748
2020 Q5256
2019 Q5525
2018 Q52086
2017 Q5425
2016 Q5775
2015 Q5996
2014 Q51055
2013 Q5895
2012 Q51686
2011 Q51435
2010 Q51004
2009 Q5316
2008 Q501

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Audi Q5?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 7 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2022 Audi Q5?

Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2022 Audi Q5 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Q5 model years, the 2022 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.