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ProblemsByVin File / 2019-AUDI-Q5
2019 · audi

audi Q5 problems

3 safety recalls. 45 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 6 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
9 reports · avg $850
moderate
steering
7 reports · avg $700
severe
powertrain
5 reports · avg $2,500
severe
engine
4 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
seatbelts
4 reports · avg $500
severe
cruise control
3 reports · avg $600
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2019 Q5 · seatbelts Crash
DURING A REAR END COLLISION, THE VEHICLE, A 2019 AUDI Q5, WAS STOPPED, STATIONARY, ON A CITY STREET AT A SIGNAL AND STRUCK IN THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROX. 30-40 MPH. BOTH REAR SEAT PASSENGERS IN THE AUDI SUSTAINED SIGNIFICANT LOWER BACK INJURY AND ONGOING BACK PAIN…
12/18/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11289983.0
2019 Q5 · steering
2019 Q5 - LESS THAN 8,000 MILES. POWER STEERING FAILED. THANKFULLY WAS NOT ON THE MAIN ROAD, BUT THIS IS A LIFE THREATENING FAULT AND POSSESS SERIOUS RISKS. I WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE IN MY PARKING AND THE STEERING FAILED. THEREAFTER, GOT IT TOWED TO BELL AUDI AT EDISON.
12/13/2020 · NHTSA ODI #11383261.0
2019 Q5 · electrical
My vehicle does a few things that are dangerous. Number 1 the emergency brake went on automatically when I was driving the parkway in New Jersey telling me to watch my surroundings. I was driving late in the evening and no cars were in my immediate distance. Another issue, the…
12/11/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11559588.0
2019 Q5 · other
I was coming to a stop. No objects were in front of me. At about 5mph I was violently thrown forward as the car applied full braking. I do not recall whether I was braking, coasting. This happened a second time as we were making a slow speed turn in an intersection, applying…
11/18/2024 · NHTSA ODI #11625856.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 19V473000 19/06/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

A damaged frontal air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of an injury.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel and the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began August 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90N1.
severe NHTSA 19V277000 08/04/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

A short casting can cause a sudden loss of brakes, increasing the risk of crash. The electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still function.

Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47O9.
severe NHTSA 19V416000 05/06/2019

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc

The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.

Common questions

Is the 2019 Audi Q5 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Audi Q5 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2019 Audi Q5?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 9 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Audi Q5 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Audi Q5?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 45 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 16 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with audi. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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