repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine
Risk. The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
2023 Audi Q5 SportbackProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, most often about the structure. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-294 the manufacturer reports only 89% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 7, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Structure
1Engine
1Power train
1Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Steering
1Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2023 Audi Q5 Sportback 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 · 2024 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2023 vs. every other Q5 Sportback 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 Q5 Sportback median. How we score
'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Q5 Sportback owners report
Recent structure complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while using the liftgate to load or unload the rear cargo compartment, the motion-sensor used to activate the liftgate would close or open the liftgate due to the slightest movement. The contact stated that he had been struck on the head by…
The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5. The contact stated that after opening the trunk door and reaching into the trunk, the trunk door inadvertently released, and the door struck the contact on the neck. No medical attention was sought. The contact stated that the trunk door was difficult to manually…
Own a 2023 Q5 Sportback?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.