2013 Audi SQ5 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Dec 7, 2017 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SQ5 years
Not enough data 14th of 14 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi SQ5. That ranks 14th out of 14 SQ5 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 100,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Audi SQ5
Audi SQ5 Sportback GU in Stuttgart-Vaihingen. 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 2013 Audi SQ5 problems

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

Engine1 · ~100,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%100,000——

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

2013 Audi SQ5 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2013 Audi SQ5.

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.

Major sudden engine failure in causing potential danger in heavy, fast traffic this year. Extremely dangerous condition without control. Car towed to dealer with amber engine warning light. Dealer claimed timing chain failure caused engine to break apart requiring replacement at substantial cost…

Engine · received Dec 7, 2017 · NHTSA complaint 11053368

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Audi SQ5?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2013 Audi SQ5?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2013 Audi SQ5 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SQ5 model years, the 2013 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.