2014 Audi Q5 owner complaints

The car has a known "oil consumption issue" that has led to engine failure that Audi has failed to take responsibility for. This is a 2104 Audi Q5. The car is in San Francisco and available for inspection. The car vibrates and can't be safely driven at highway speeds, if the engine suddenly lost power on the highway it could be a major safety issue for the driver and other drivers. The dealer has reproduced the issue and diagnosed it as needing new Pistons and Rings at 99,000 miles (but it has had this issue since in the 60,000 mile range, they just said keep adding oil). It has not been inspected by police or insurance representatives, just the dealers. I'm sure some warning lights came on, but could not say which ones or when.

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Audi q5. While the vehicle was parked outside of the contact's residence, the check engine oil warning indicator illuminated when the vehicle was started. The contact stated that she needed to add oil to the engine every two weeks. The vehicle was taken to biener Audi (located at 795 northern blvd, great neck, ny 11021, (516) 829-2834) three times. On october 13, 2019, the contact was informed that the piston sizes were too small and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 81,886.

I bought my 2014 Audi Q5 in September of 2019 with 74, 291 miles from a reputable dealership in Cleveland, OH. After a few months of driving, I began to notice that the vehicle did not retain oil. This caused oil leaks which led to internal spillage, subsequent parts damage and random stalling. As a result, in May of 2022, during rush hour traffic, my car failed to accelerate mid-intersection, leaving myself and my passengers in danger of collision. After dealership and independent inspection, it was determined there was an issue with the piston rings in the 2.0 Turbo engine. After speaking with the mechanic, Audi USA and conducting online research, I found that this has been noted and reported to Audi on several occasions for makes and models dating as far back as 2012. Because this is ma

When starting my car the engine makes a loud rattling noise.

In 2017 while driving in 10 degree weather, the overheat warning light and message to turn off engine came in. The car was not actually overheating and we took it straight to the dealership. They were not able to get it to replicate and advised it was possibly a faulty sensor. Fast forward to fall of 2023, the same warning light came on as soon as the car was turned on. Still no actual overheating per the dial in the car. We did check the coolant level and it was low. Dealership looked at and stated the didn't see any leaks and suggested replacing thermostat. Took to another shop and they found a small leak in the water pump so we had it replaced. Car has less than 60k miles on it. Engine failure, fire are all concerns. Especially when commuting at high speeds on a highway. We're either de

The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The contact's son was able to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Audi q5. While driving 70 MPH, the engine turned off and the electronic power control indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to Audi san diego (9010 miramar rd, san diego, ca 92126) and remained there for three weeks. The manufacturer was also contacted and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000. The VIN was unavailable. *tr

My car is a really strong odor of fuel or gasoline in the cabin it's super severe and I don't know where it's coming fromdoesn't matter if it's running if I'm driving summer starting it it's it's just takes a little while for it to start to stink and then once it's been on for a couple minutes it starts to just wreak

Drove on hawthorne boulevard close to torrance boulevard less than a mile away from Audi dealership when the car start to shake and almost got rear ended. I was able to pull aside and after few seconds the engine was working fine but a message on the board mentioning the auto stop start function was not working properly and the associated symbol turned on the dash. I took the car to Audi dealership and they confirm that the fuel pump needs to be replaced. *tr

After Audi repair the secondary water pump due to recall months later car thermostat running hot and Audi states main water pump leaking

Seriously dangerous steering failure in 2014 Audi q5: warmed the car up, drove 15 minutes to a gas station, turned it off to fuel up and went to restart after engine was off for approximately 5 minutes, upon start up and the message displayed "steering defective" do not drive vehicle. The power steering was non functional and the wheel essentially locked up. This has happened twice, both at very cold temperatures (once at -40 degrees below and once at -15 degrees below zero). Some quick internet searching leads to lots of complaints of the same situation for 2014-2015 q5's. The sq5 of the same year has a recall for this very issue but the q5's for some reason did not get the recall. It sounds like in some instances its a simple software update and in some cases its an entire new steer

Steering essentially "locked" up for no apparent reason. Warning alarm sounded and "steering defective, do not drive" warning appeared. Very dangerous, can barely turn wheel. If this would have occurred while driving I've no doubt accident, possibly injury, would have occurred.

I took my vehicle to Audi and had it partially fixed. They stated there were two parts to this phase. I completed phase 1; however, the recall has not been lifted because phase 2 has not been released by Audi to the dealerships yet. I was told it would happen late this winter. The problem I face is that I have to ship my pov to germany for a military assignment there. I need to have no recalls on my vehicle in order to do so. Please assist. Thank you.

Audi dealership keep saying there is no open time for appointment on mondays; the only day I have off at work. I can only take the vehicle on a monday.

Vehicle rear subframe comes with plastic covers that trap road salt and cause severe corrosion. Issue only presents itself when plastic covers are removed, revealing rust/corrosion and lost material, and a risk of the subframe to split resulting in lost of vehicle control on the road. This was found as a preventative action due to reports from other car owners and is confirmed by Audi Dealers as a common issue. Labor and parts estimate around $6000 (including $2000 in parts)

This has happened now several times, when the car comes to a complete stop or just about a complete stop, then trying to accelerate there is no throttle response instead of accelerating as expected. Is the ABS system cutting power to the engine? The car is 'dead' for about two seconds and then power is restored. I was almost hit by oncoming traffic. Reportedly, this is apparently widely documented and ongoing since at least the year 2000, and not specific to Audi...what is the NHTSA doing about this??? *tr

Universal joints rubbing and need to be replaced. Common problem apparently and no recall by Audi. Paying over $800 for this repair. Power steering impaired 04/27/18*jb *tr

P235/55/R19 105V Tire at 4/32s is developing some peeling/de-laminating tread on all tires. One tire developed crack that when moved exposes the internal belts. At risk at sidewall failure.

Was making a left turn. The drivers side mirror blinded my view of the car waiting at the stop sign of the road I was entering. My car clipped the other car. *tr

Brake rotors and pads needed to be replaced at 18,000 km , we were told that the problem was that we were using cruise control and that wore out the brakes . Brakes we pulsating and grinding . Inspection revealed that the rotors were hot spotted and a lot of material worn off the rotors and pads . We are not aggressive drivers and treated the car with utmost respect . Audi made us pay for new rotors and pads . Audi said it was not covered under warranty . I drive a gm that has never needed brakes before 100,000 km .Audi nailed us for 400.00 for 2 rotors and pads . *tr