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This 2023 Audi Q5 has 26 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2023 Audi Q5 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated energy efficiency for the 2023 Audi Q5. Values shown in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent).
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 4 trims analysed.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2023 Audi Q5 has 26 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- Q5
- Model year
- 2023
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 26
- Crash-related complaints
- 4
- Safety recall campaigns
- 5
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPGe combined
- 25
- EPA MPGe city / highway
- 22 / 29
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Electric range (miles)
- 400
Common problems
Most common 2023 Audi Q5 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Engine Problems
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Engine Problems. 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?
The 2023 Audi Q5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2023 Audi Q5
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the electrical system, including infotainment and sensors.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect the electrical system, including infotainment and sensors.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and transmission issues.
- Have a mechanic inspect the forward collision avoidance system.
- Test drive to check for transmission or drivetrain anomalies.
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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 26 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 Audi Q5, issues appear concentrated in electrical faults, engine problems, and forward collision avoidance systems. There are also 5 recalls and 4 crash-related complaints, though the low sample size limits confidence.
- Electrical faults account for the highest number of complaints (7 out of 26).
- Engine problems and forward collision avoidance issues each have 6 and 5 complaints respectively.
- There are 5 recalls for the 2023 model year.
- Electrical faults
- Engine problems
- Forward collision avoidance: AEB
Full breakdown
All 2023 Audi Q5 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Audi Q5. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 7 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 6 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | 1 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 1 | 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. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
My dashboard VIN plate was destroyed when the windshield was being replaced. I’ve been trying to get Audi to send me a new VIN since October 23, almost 6 months ago. They assigned an executive case manager 2 months ago but that’s accomplished nothing. The vehicle is out of compli…
Component/System: Engine. The vehicle was destroyed by fire but the remains are available for inspection depending on insurance/salvage status. Safety risk: Around [XXX] on [XXX], my 2023 Audi Q5 began smoking as I was exiting the vehicle with my [XXX] daughter and then caught …
VIN plate missing over 150 days.
I owned the car for two weeks when I had my dog in the front and it automatic braked going down the freeway. It threw him into the screen and broke it, luckily he was ok. (He was belted in.) This has happened three more times and been inspected but they are not able to reproduc…
SoS emergency call malfunction. Besides transmission or engine mounting shakes on idle positions car still 6800 miles
The over dashboard screen didn't turn on when the car was open or the ignition turned on. Sometime it would take minutes though on a few occasions it simply didn't turn on. The consequence is I couldn't see how fast I was going, any information related to the car such as fuel lev…
The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5 equipped with a Vredestein Spare Tire, Tire Line: Spare Wheel Space Master, Tire Size: 195/75/R18, DOT Number: DVVB. The contact stated that AAA was called to the scene to change a tire and discovered that the spare tire could not be inflated while…
While travelling at highway speeds in the passing lane, a warning appeared “Transmission Malfunction! Safely stop vehicle” at which point the vehicle acceleration suddenly stopped. Fortunately despite the heavy and fast traffic I was able to get to the side of the road, but the v…
The digital dash screen system continually disconnects from the phone and will not reconnect. It disconnects during 911 calls. It disconnects when navigation is activated. It is very dangerous to drive a car that does this. I’m sure I paid thousands a dollar for this digital das…
Total engine failure at ~13.5k miles. 2 out of 4 cylinders and pistons failed, found damage on cylinder walls. Cylinder pressure too high. Failed cylinder leak down test and pressure test. Metal shavings found in oil filter and housing.
I am not sure of what happened and I am not seeing any remedy also in the finding. My car has been idle since May 7th and hence please help me in resolving it as the recall status says that remedy not available.
1 Steering wheel makes noise. Dealership fixed in December 2024 but same sound come back again. 2 Oil burning smell comes while driving.
We have a leased 2023 Audi Q5 that has been to the Audi Service Department twice so far to determine the source of the problem with our SOS sensor, which turns on randomly and now stays on and won't turn off. The first time, on April 23rd, Audi Service did not address the issue…
The lane keeping system randomly will malfunction and will veer the car either into oncoming traffic or out of the lane i am driving in. The most recent it tried to veer me off the road completely and into a sign off the road. The vehicle will also sometimes trigger the Audi coll…
235/55 R 19-101H, manufacture defect in the tread, there are remnants components of the fabric belt that are imbedded in the tread of the tire. The tires only have 5,200 miles on them. This was brought to the attention of the Audi Service Department on Saturday 16 March 2024, wh…
WHEN THE HATCHBACK ON THIS CAR HAS BEEN OPEN ON AT LEAST 8 OCASSIONS IT HAS AUTOMATICALLY PEEPED AND BEGAN TO CLOSE ON ME WHILE, FOR EXAMPLE I WAS LEANING INTO THE BACK PUTTING IN OR TAKING OUT GROCERIES. THIS CAR HAS REAR BUMPER SENSOR TO ALLOW ONE TO OPEN THE HATCH WITH YO…
I am writing to file a complaint against Audi of America. My new vehicle, a 2023 Audi Q5 that I was involved in a minor car accident on [XXX]. That evening my car was side swiped during a merge after a toll both in Woodbridge, NJ off. Both vehicles were moving at relatively low s…
Audi pre-sense slammed on brakes on a dry empty road while I was driving between 45-50mph. Had there been a car behind me, as there usually is in this location, I would certainly have been rear-ended. As it was, my head, neck and back got a heavy jolt, and of course the whole…
Car suddenly applies brakes and sounds alarms when driving out of a sloping driveway or parking lot. It appears that the sensors point at the pavement at the inflection point of the sloped driveway/road and detects that as an obstacle. This happens regularly at certain parking…
My wife was pulling into a parking spot when all of a sudden the cars engine accelerated causing the car to jump one curb, hit a step and striking a pole before finally the brakes stopped the car from going through a storefront. None of the safety crash features stopped the vehi…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Audi Q5.
Safety recalls
2023 Audi Q5 recalls
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 Audi Q5. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
ENGINE
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Questions
2023 Audi Q5 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2023 Audi Q5 reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 26 owner complaints, 4 crash-related complaints, and 5 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2023 Audi Q5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully 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?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (7 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (6 complaints). #3: Engine Problems (6 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Audi Q5?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Audi Q5?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2023 Audi Q5, NHTSA complaints include 4 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 26 total complaints. 2 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Audi Q5 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Audi Q5. A major recall area is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD. 5 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2023 Audi Q5?▾
The 2023 Audi Q5 shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. 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 VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Audi Q5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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