repaired · 2023 Q4
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
2018 Audi A5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 38 owner complaints about the 2018 Audi A5, most often about the engine. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-836 the manufacturer reports only 75% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 15, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2018 Audi A5 has problems
38 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Engine
4Electrical system
4Structure1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes
3Visibility/wiper
3Air bags
3Power train
2Steering
2Suspension
77 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 0 |
| Power train | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 0 |
| 7 other systems | 7 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2018 Audi A5 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Suspension: front
Risk. A loose front wheel may increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2020 Q1
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. If the air bag does not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of an injury.
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repaired · 2019 Q2
Air bags: side/window
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the head curtain air bag, if the air bag does not deploy properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased…
repaired · 2019 Q1
Door: hinge and attachments
Risk. The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Audi.
Best & worst years
2018 vs. every other A5 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the A5 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2018 Audi A5 safety ratings
2018 Audi A5 2 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Optional
In owners' words
What A5 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The vehicle has 36000 miles on it and the oil cooler has failed. The car is meticulously maintained. This failure compromises the ability for the engine to cool properly. Because of the failure, coolant is then forced into the engine oil potentially destroying the engine. Engine replacements are…
My complaint is that Audi USA refuses to cover my damages and repair cost for the failed AC Evaporator that is covered under their warranty extension # AWA-21-01. Audi has a known issue for A/C Evaporator. The vehicle AC issue was immediately diagnosed by an independent mechanic who only diagnosed…
Start stop system failure Warning displayed Check engine light Car hesitates IF the start stop happens to decide to function At times it won’t work at all
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