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.
2014 Audi Q5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 105 owner complaints about the 2014 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 August 1, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Audi Q5 has problems
105 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
36Engine
17Steering1 crash/fire/injury
11Fuel/propulsion system
10Structure1 crash/fire/injury
9Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
7Suspension
6Power train
4Service brakes
3Electronic stability control (ESC)
2011 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 36 | 0 |
| Steering | 17 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 | 0 |
| Structure | 10 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 9 | 2 |
| Suspension | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 3 | 0 |
| 11 other systems | 20 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2014 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.
Best & worst years
2014 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
2014 Audi Q5 safety ratings
2014 Audi Q5 SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- 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.
I am filing a safety complaint regarding a progressive engine defect. Beginning as early as 2019 (approximately 84,000 miles), I repeatedly reported excessive oil consumption and related engine concerns to authorized Audi dealerships. These complaints continued over several years. At no point was I…
Under Recall 19N4, the electric coolant pump was replaced in July 2019 at 73,496 miles. That replacement pump failed prematurely in March 2025 at 109,628 miles — lasting only 36,132 miles. This was a safety-related recall part intended to fix a known defect with the original pump. Audi refused to…
Invoice from mechanic states my water pump failed along with other engine components which led to a domino effect of system failures and leaks with potential to cause fire. Similar recalls have been issued for 2014 Audi Q5s
Own a 2014 Q5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.