repaired · 2020 Q2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
Risk. A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
2013 Audi Q5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 89 owner complaints about the 2013 Audi Q5, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-622 the manufacturer reports only 86% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 20, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Harvey Bold, CC BY 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Audi Q5 has problems
89 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
33Engine4 crash/fire/injury
18Steering1 crash/fire/injury
9Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
8Structure
6Power train
6Fuel/propulsion system
5Service brakes
2Vehicle speed control
2Visibility
119 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 4 |
| Steering | 18 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 3 |
| Structure | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 11 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2013 Audi Q5 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 · 2019 Q1
Electrical system: wiring
Risk. The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Air bags: side/window
Risk. An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
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repaired · 2018 Q2
Engine and engine cooling: cooling system
Risk. If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
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.
Mileage at failure
When do engine problems start?
75kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 23 engine complaints. 74% were reported before 100,000 miles.
3under 30k miles17under 100k miles6100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other Q5 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 median. How we score
'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2013 Audi Q5 safety ratings
2013 Audi Q5 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (15.1% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Q5 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
My audi uses 1 quart of oil every 300 miles. The dealership wants to charge to find the problem. Audi should fix the problem at no charge. I bought the vehicle in February 2023. Was told there were no issues with the car.
Car was telling me to add 1 qt of oil about every 1500-2000 miles, even after a recent oil change. So I took it to the place I purchased the car from and they replaced the timing chain gasket thing. About a week later the same issue came back. So I took it to Audi to have the same thing replaced.…
Car started running hot, had mechanic do pressure/ leak test and he couldn’t find a leak. Took it to Audi and they said the coolant pump and thermostat housing were leaking coolant. I’ve researched and it looks like these cars have know coolant pump issues.
Own a 2013 Q5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.