2015 Audi Q5 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Audi Q5. The most-reported areas: Engine (38), Unknown Or Other (14), Steering (14).
Key takeaways
- 100 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 3 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 4 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 38% |
| Unknown Or Other | 14 | 14% |
| Steering | 14 | 14% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 | 12% |
| Suspension | 8 | 8% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 | 8% |
| Structure | 5 | 5% |
| Power Train | 4 | 4% |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4% |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3% |
| Visibility | 3 | 3% |
| Wheels | 2 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
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- Battery
- Engine oil
- Oil filter
- Engine air filter
- Cabin air filter
- Wiper blades
- Headlight bulb
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| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Audi Q5 SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Structure - filed 2026-10-21
The subframe in the Audi Q5 has plastic that is connected to the bottom of the subframe which traps salt, water and dirt which can lead to premature rusting and failure. Because this is where a lot of the suspension and other components are attached to, when this fails during operation of the vehicle, it can lead to lo...
Engine - filed 2026-09-10
Ever since I have purchased the vehicle it has consumed alot of engine oil. I have to add engine oil every two months. I have reached out to Audi regarding the issue with no response or help.
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-08-18
Bernardi Audi’s technician confirmed the rear subframe is rotted through (Repair Order #XXX/ Diagnostic Video: [XXX]), making the vehicle unsafe to drive.Given that this structural perforation falls within the window of Audi’s 12-Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation, have requested assistance to cover co...
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More for the 2015 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.