Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2022 Audi A5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Rear-View Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence
- A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
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Owner complaints (7)
7 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The tires is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 3 | 42.9% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 | 14.3% |
| Power train | 1 | 14.3% |
| Structure | 1 | 14.3% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 14.3% |
| Wheels | 1 | 14.3% |
How 2022 compares with other A5 years
Best and worst A5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 3 |
| 2018 | 38 | 6 |
| 2019 | 12 | 3 |
| 2020 | 60 | 4 |
| 2021 | 8 | 5 |
| 2022 | 7 | 2 |
| 2023 | 8 | 0 |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 2 |
| 2026 | 1 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 29 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,850
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 307 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 29 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 26 / 34 / 29 | $2,850 | 307 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 27 | $3,050 | 332 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 31 / 27 | $3,050 | 332 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 31 / 26 | $3,150 | 345 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2022 A5 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2022 Audi A5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi A5 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 22V806000 (electrical), 21V825000 (rear camera). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2022 Audi A5 problems?
Owners filed 7 complaints with NHTSA. Tires (3), Forward collision avoidance (1), Power train (1) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2022 Audi A5 get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · Automatic version at 26 city, 34 highway and 29 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2022 A5 compare with other years?
Among the 2017–2021 Audi A5 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2020 the most (60). The 2022 drew 7. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.