repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine
Risk. The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
2023 Audi Q5Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 46 owner complaints about the 2023 Audi Q5, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 5 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 November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: LuvsMG481, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Audi Q5 has problems
46 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
13Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
10Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
7Engine1 crash/fire/injury
6Power train
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
4Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
3Lane departure
2Seat belts
2Fuel/propulsion system
97 other systems2 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 13 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 3 |
| Engine | 7 | 1 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 3 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| 7 other systems | 9 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2023 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 · 2026 Q1
Occupant classification: front passenger
Risk. A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Show 1 more recall
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
2023 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 forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I was turning left st an intersection. A car just passed and a truck wasn't close coming down the road the collision detection system caused the car to slam to 0. My neck is hurting and my daughter's back is hurting.
CORRECTION to NHTSA COMPLAINT #11745968 The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) did not disengage when the vehicle was placed in gear from P to R to D while/after parked in an incline postion (see DTCs -Bozeman Audi invoice, 6/23/26). The EPB is designed to disengage automatically. There was a dashboard…
Automatic Emergency Braking system engaged when the vehicle was parked on an incline. Unable to release automatic emergency brake when vehicle was started with key. Ignition light warning — RED — symbol — brake failure. Required a tow to Audi dealership. Audi dealership in two states failed to use…
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