repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine
Risk. The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
2022 Audi Q5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 22 owner complaints about the 2022 Audi Q5, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-842 the manufacturer reports only 89% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 27, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Audi Q5 has problems
22 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
7Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
4Engine
3Vehicle speed control2 crash/fire/injury
2Power train
2Forward collision avoidance2 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Lane departure
1Visibility
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 | 1 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 2 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2022 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 · 2026 Q3
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
no report yet
Propulsion system: traction battery
Risk. A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Cable/cord: onboard
Risk. An overheated outlet or charging cable 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
2022 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
In owners' words
What Q5 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2022 Audi Q5 I am reporting a potential safety defect involving water intrusion through the panoramic-roof drainage system of a 2022 Audi Q5 and resulting damage to the vehicle's electrical system. The vehicle was purchased with a rebuilt title at approximately…
The module that controls the car’s electronics is located inside a special protective bag. A hole developed in this bag, and water leaked inside. The module is now completely submerged in water. When we started the car, many error messages appeared, but after we turned the car off and tried to…
The contact owns a 2022 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle was started, and the message "Electrical System Malfunction – Stop Safely" was displayed. A red warning light flashed and then turned yellow. In another occurrence, while on the freeway, the vehicle…
Own a 2022 Q5?
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