2023 Audi Q5 E Problems

Severe Issues

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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7
Complaints
1
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
Recalls
Quick Answer

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.

2023 Audi Q5 E — key reliability facts
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.

#1
5
complaints

Electrical Faults

#2
1
complaints

Suspension Failures

#3
1
complaints

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.

Key Findings
  • 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.
Top Concerns
  • Electrical Faults (5 complaints)
  • Suspension Failures (1 complaint)
  • Brake System (1 complaint)
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. Low complaint volume (7 total) means patterns may not be representative.

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.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Electrical Faults5
Suspension Failures1
Brake System1
Engine Problems1
Unintended Acceleration11
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1
Back Over Prevention1

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.

Showing 7 most recent complaints

Suspension FailuresFeb 21, 2025

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 …

Electrical FaultsFeb 5, 2025

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…

Electrical FaultsDec 11, 2024

Transmission malfunction while driving on a highway, car towed to dealer. They found codes P074700, P077700, P17F900 (TSB 2064312/6). Replaced mechatronic unit.

Electrical FaultsJul 31, 2024

* 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.…

Unintended Acceleration CrashFeb 9, 2024

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…

Forward Collision Avoidance: AEBOct 10, 2023

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 …

Electrical FaultsDec 6, 2022

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 campaigns

NHTSA 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 recall campaigns on record

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.

Across model years

Compare Audi Q5 E model years

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.

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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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