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.
2017 Audi Q5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 42 owner complaints about the 2017 Audi Q5, most often about the engine. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-229 the manufacturer reports only 87% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 15, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Audi Q5 has problems
42 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Engine
5Fuel/propulsion system
4Service brakes
4Electrical system
4Steering
3Air bags
3Structure
2Engine and engine cooling
2Vehicle speed control
86 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 0 |
| 6 other systems | 8 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2017 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 · 2017 Q2
Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk. Despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
2017 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2017 Audi Q5 safety ratings
2017 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.
Coolant tank empty - leaking. Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing to engine. Had to replace the thermostat housing and reseal the valve cover Because the oil leak coming from the valve cover is causing oil to reach the thermostat sear and cause the rubber seal to expand and blow out causing…
My rear subframe is completely rotted out and the dealership I bought it from but a new inspection sticker sold it to me and told me it was perfect condition
Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much I’m driving.
Own a 2017 Q5?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.