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severe Owners of the 2014 Audi Q5 have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the visibility at roughly $350 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See visibility across all vehicles →
| Model year | visibility complaints |
|---|---|
| 2011 Q5 | 4 |
| 2014 Q5 (this page) | 3 |
| 2015 Q5 | 4 |
Of the 3 visibility complaints filed for the 2014 Audi Q5, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 12 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of the concern.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressr replaements regardless of the concern.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides informatin for the GFF test plan that is requied for AC compressor replacements.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $350.
Based on the 3 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 5,500 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.