2017 Audi Q5 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Audi Q5. The most-reported areas: Engine (19), Fuel/Propulsion System (5), Service Brakes (4).
Key takeaways
- 42 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 3 involve a crash, 0 a fire, 3 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 19 | 45% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 | 12% |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 10% |
| Electrical System | 4 | 10% |
| Steering | 4 | 10% |
| Structure | 3 | 7% |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 7% |
| Air Bags | 3 | 7% |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 | 5% |
| Fuel System | 2 | 5% |
| Gasoline | 2 | 5% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi Q5 SUV AWD | 4/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Engine - filed 2026-06-15
Coolant tank empty - leaking. Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing to engine. Had to replace the thermostat housing and reseal the valve cover Because the oil leak coming from the valve cover is causing oil to reach the thermostat sear and cause the rubber seal to expand and blow out causing the coolant to leak ...
Structure,engine - filed 2026-05-14
My rear subframe is completely rotted out and the dealership I bought it from but a new inspection sticker sold it to me and told me it was perfect condition
Engine - filed 2026-01-26
Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much I’m driving.
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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.