2011 Audi Q5 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 143 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Audi Q5. The most-reported areas: Air Bags (67), Engine (42), Fuel/Propulsion System (25).
Key takeaways
- 143 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 4 involve a crash, 2 a fire, 2 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 67 | 47% |
| Engine | 42 | 29% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 25 | 17% |
| Power Train | 12 | 8% |
| Electrical System | 8 | 6% |
| Fuel System | 8 | 6% |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 6% |
| Gasoline | 7 | 5% |
| Suspension | 4 | 3% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 2% |
| Steering | 3 | 2% |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Audi Q5 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Suspension - filed 2026-08-25
1) The rear structural subframe (crossmember) has completely rotted, perforated, and failed due to severe corrosion. The factory-installed plastic underbody rock shields trapped road salt and water, causing the frame to rust from the inside out. The corrosion has spread, completely fusing and compromising the rear susp...
Suspension - filed 2026-08-05
During an inspection of my 2011 Audi Q5 at Audi Burlington, severe corrosion was discovered on the rear subframe, which supports rear suspension components. The corrosion was substantially worse than normal surface rust and may compromise the structural integrity of the subframe and suspension mounting points. The cond...
Suspension - filed 2025-04-17
Rear subframe rust causing car to fail state inspection. This vehicle has been maintained well and always parked in garage. The rear subframe rusted most, then front subframe. This is a common compliant among Audi forum users.
Diagnose it yourself
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.
More for the 2011 Audi Q5
Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.