2023 Audi Q5 E Problems
Based on limited data, the 2023 Audi Q5 E shows a high proportion of electrical complaints among its few reports. Based on 7 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Electrical Faults the most reported area.
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This 2023 Audi Q5 E has 7 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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AUDI Q5 E 2023 has 7 NHTSA complaints, with 5 related to electrical faults and no recalls. The low complaint volume provides limited reliability insight. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- Q5 E
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 7
- Crash-related complaints
- 1
- Safety recall campaigns
- 0
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
Common problems
Most common 2023 Audi Q5 E problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Suspension Failures
Brake System
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Suspension Failures, Brake System. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2023 Audi Q5 E?
With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2023 Audi Q5 E appears relatively trouble-free, but the low data volume limits confidence. Electrical issues dominate the complaints, so a thorough inspection of the electrical system is advisable before purchase.
Electrical faults can lead to costly repairs and safety system failures. Even a small number of complaints can indicate a pattern that may affect long-term reliability.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who want a low-mileage, late-model luxury SUV and are willing to accept some uncertainty due to limited complaint data.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who are risk-averse or require high confidence in reliability may want to avoid this year due to the low data confidence.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2023 Audi Q5 E
Inspection Focus
- Inspect all electrical components, including infotainment, lighting, and driver-assistance systems.
- Check suspension components for unusual noises or wear.
- Test brake system for responsiveness and unusual pedal feel.
Before You Close the Deal
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for electrical system repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle's electrical and suspension systems.
- Test drive to check for unintended acceleration or brake issues.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Audi Q5 E has 7 total complaints, with electrical faults accounting for 5 of them. There are no recalls, but the low complaint volume means patterns are uncertain. Buyers should prioritize electrical system checks. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: Compared to other model years with more data, the 2023's low complaint count is favorable, but the high proportion of electrical faults is a concern.
Recall context: With zero recalls, the 2023 Audi Q5 E has no known safety campaigns, but buyers should still verify no open recalls exist at time of purchase.
- Electrical faults account for 5 of 7 total complaints.
- There are 0 recalls for the 2023 model year.
- Only 1 crash-related complaint was reported.
- Electrical Faults (5 complaints)
- Suspension Failures (1 complaint)
- Brake System (1 complaint)
Full breakdown
All 2023 Audi Q5 E complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Audi Q5 E. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2023 Audi Q5 E. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Car stops and does not allow for proper function to perform of gas or brake. Car has to be turned off and restarted. This is a safety and security concern on all roads. Car has stopped in intersection and would not drive. Therefore turning car off and restarting in live movement …
The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5E. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V898000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Transmission malfunction while driving on a highway, car towed to dealer. They found codes P074700, P077700, P17F900 (TSB 2064312/6). Replaced mechatronic unit.
* Electrical Harness. Yes - it should be available for inspection upon request * Driving 70-75 mph on [XXX] , when the car came to an abrupt de-acceleration. Alerts flashed on the dash "electrical system malfunction" and "drive system malfunction". Lost all power to the vehicle.…
On 1/24/24, I was pulling into my garage. I pressed the “p” button to park. The vehicle suddenly lurched forward and accelerated through my garage, knocking down my fence which damaged my neighbor’s garage. No one was physically hurt. Audi engineer inspected the car and looked at…
Audi pre-sense occasionally alerts you to a problem (potential accident) when there is nothing wrong. But last Friday I was in the left turn lane, with my signal on and foot on brake waiting for the traffic to clear. When the traffic cleared I removed my foot from the brake, and …
Shortly after taking delivery of our new car, the camera system for the rear backup camera and all other surround view cameras malfunctioned. Upon shifting into reverse the screen that would normally show the rear of the car and the car's surroundings was all white. Changing th…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Audi Q5 E.
Safety recalls
2023 Audi Q5 E recalls
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi Q5 E. With zero recalls, the 2023 Audi Q5 E has no known safety campaigns, but buyers should still verify no open recalls exist at time of purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
No NHTSA recalls were found for this model year. Recalls can be added at any time — confirm open-recall status on the exact VIN or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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Questions
2023 Audi Q5 E buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Audi Q5 E reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 1 crash-related complaints, and 0 recall campaigns for this model year. With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2023 Audi Q5 E appears relatively trouble-free, but the low data volume limits confidence. Electrical issues dominate the complaints, so a thorough inspection of the electrical system is advisable before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q5 E?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (5 complaints). #2: Suspension Failures (1 complaints). #3: Brake System (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Audi Q5 E?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Audi Q5 E?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Audi Q5 E, NHTSA complaints include 1 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Audi Q5 E have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2023 Audi Q5 E in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2023 Audi Q5 E?▾
With only 7 complaints and no recalls, the 2023 Audi Q5 E appears relatively trouble-free, but the low data volume limits confidence. Electrical issues dominate the complaints, so a thorough inspection of the electrical system is advisable before purchase. Electrical faults can lead to costly repairs and safety system failures. Even a small number of complaints can indicate a pattern that may affect long-term reliability. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
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