2013 Audi Q5 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Audi Q5. The most-reported areas: Engine (34), Steering (19), Electrical System (11).
Key takeaways
- 92 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 1 involve a crash, 4 a fire, 2 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 34 | 37% |
| Steering | 19 | 21% |
| Electrical System | 11 | 12% |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 | 9% |
| Structure | 8 | 9% |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 8% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 | 7% |
| Power Train | 6 | 7% |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2% |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Audi Q5 SUV AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-05-20
There is considerable rust to the point that the subframe has been structurally compromised. I also contacted Audi USA regarding this issue, but they advised that they could not provide any assistance and closed my case. I was instructed to have the vehicle inspected and see what the dealer could do. I have videos and ...
Unknown Or Other,fuel/Propulsion System - filed 2026-02-20
Oil leak/ and tire suspension icon keeps coming on after i fixed it
Structure - filed 2025-07-30
Took vehicle in for state safety inspection. Found heavy rust on subframe nearly all the way through. Was told if it gets any worse it will not pass inspection next time. Apparently there are plastic rock shields on subframe that trap water causing it to rust. Took it to dealer and they want to charge close to $4000 ...
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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.