2025 Audi S5 Problems
The 2025 Audi S5 has a low-confidence NHTSA record with 7 complaints and 2 recalls across a single model year. Based on 7 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Electrical Faults the most reported area.
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This 2025 Audi S5 has 7 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2025 Audi S5 Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 2 2025 Audi S5 trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 2 trims analysed.
AUDI S5 2025 has 7 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Electrical faults lead with 4 complaints, followed by forward collision avoidance and lane departure issues (2 each). No crash complaints were filed. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Audi
- Model
- S5
- Model year
- 2025
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 7
- Crash-related complaints
- 0
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Good Record
- EPA MPG combined
- 23
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 29
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
Common problems
Most common 2025 Audi S5 problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB
Lane Departure
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB, Lane Departure. 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 2025 Audi S5?
The 2025 Audi S5 is a new model year with limited data, making it a cautious buy. The electrical and ADAS complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but no crash-related complaints suggest no immediate safety red flags.
Electrical faults and ADAS malfunctions can lead to costly repairs and reduced safety features, making these patterns critical to check before purchase.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who want a new performance coupe and are willing to verify open recalls and inspect electrical systems.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who prioritize proven reliability and minimal electronic complexity may want to avoid this year until more data emerges.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2025 Audi S5
Inspection Focus
- Inspect all electrical systems, including infotainment and sensors.
- Test forward collision avoidance and lane departure systems.
- Check for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect all electrical systems for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.
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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 2025 Audi S5 shows a low-confidence pattern of electrical faults (4 complaints) and driver assistance system issues (2 each for forward collision avoidance and lane departure). With only 7 complaints and 2 recalls, the data is too sparse to draw strong conclusions, but buyers should prioritize inspecting electrical components and verifying recall completion. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: With only one model year analyzed, no comparison to other years is possible from the provided data.
Recall context: Two recalls indicate that pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential.
- Electrical faults account for 4 of 7 total complaints.
- Forward collision avoidance and lane departure each have 2 complaints.
- No crash-related complaints were reported.
- Electrical Faults (4 complaints)
- Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints)
- Lane Departure (2 complaints)
Full breakdown
All 2025 Audi S5 complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2025 Audi S5. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 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 2025 Audi S5. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Since the day of delivery, this 2025 Audi S5 has experienced daily electronic and safety system failures. At least once per day, on startup, the vehicle throws 10 or more warning codes disabling safety-critical systems including blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, forw…
The contact owns a 2025 Audi S5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to respond while attempting to drive. The vehicle was restarted after the failure. The veh…
when starting vehicle every three or four days all safety systems fail and takes anywhere from one hour to 12 hours to reset. This forces me to drive vehicle without any safety systems i.e fwd collision, rear traffic alert, lane assist , side view mirror alerts, heads up display …
Below is a detailed timeline of the problems I experienced: Intermittent starting issue Over the past few months, the car has occasionally failed to start on the first attempt. It always started on the second try, so I planned to mention it at the next service visit. Complete …
Known-Best Assesment-Piston Skirt Defect and Non-Disclosure of Prior Issues: Approximately only three months after purchase of a brand new 2025 Audi S5 on 6/11/25 , I received a letter from Audi of America acknowledging a potential piston skirt defect/failure resulting from fault…
System malfunctions for new all new 2025 Audi S5 including drive system malfunction, loose wheel, brakes limited functionality, parking break malfunction, stabilization control malfunction, driving dynamics system malfunction, hold assist malfunction.
I began my lease for a brand-new 2025 Audi S5 on July 14, 2025. The vehicle was delivered with a dent in the door, which the dealer repaired before I could take possession. The dent repair was completed on July 22, 2025, at which time I took delivery. On July 23, I informed my s…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2025 Audi S5.
Safety recalls
2025 Audi S5 recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2025 Audi S5. Two recalls indicate that pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
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Questions
2025 Audi S5 buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2025 Audi S5 reliable?▾
Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 7 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2025 Audi S5 is a new model year with limited data, making it a cautious buy. The electrical and ADAS complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but no crash-related complaints suggest no immediate safety red flags. 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 2025 Audi S5?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (4 complaints). #2: Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB (2 complaints). #3: Lane Departure (2 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2025 Audi S5?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2025 Audi S5?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2025 Audi S5, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 7 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2025 Audi S5 have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2025 Audi S5. A major recall area is SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR. Two recalls indicate that pre-purchase verification of recall completion is essential. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2025 Audi S5?▾
The 2025 Audi S5 is a new model year with limited data, making it a cautious buy. The electrical and ADAS complaints warrant a thorough pre-purchase inspection, but no crash-related complaints suggest no immediate safety red flags. Electrical faults and ADAS malfunctions can lead to costly repairs and reduced safety features, making these patterns critical to check before purchase. 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 S5 reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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