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severe Owners of the 2019 Audi Q5 have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2018 Q5 | 8 |
| 2019 Q5 (this page) | 3 |
Of the 4 model years of Audi Q5 we track for brakes problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (3).
Owners are still filing on this — the most recent NHTSA brakes complaint for this vehicle was logged 11 days ago.
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.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes 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 bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the friction survace of steel brake discs.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information regarding the general approach for all Audi vehicles regarding brake vibrations.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
Went to Mavis on Weber Rd in Bolingbrook, IL for front brake replacement on June 6, 2026. It took 6.5 hours when I was originally told when I called to schedule the appointment it would only take 1.5 hours, so it was obvious that something was wrong. Within 100 yards of leaving their parking lot after the service appointment, an obvious clattering was present. I immediately called them to let…
It's a meaningful issue. 3 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes 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 brakes 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.