Audi SQ5 complaints by model year
121 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2021 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2019 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2018 | 24 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Power train | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Audi SQ5 recalls (14)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one SQ5 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V266000 | Apr 24, 2026 | Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants | 2025 | 25.1% |
| 22V742000 | Oct 5, 2022 | Rearview Display Inoperative/FMVSS 111 | 2021 | 95.2% |
| 22V567000 | Aug 3, 2022 | Rear Lid Improperly Manufactured | 2022 | 100% |
| 22V034000 | Jan 26, 2022 | Rear Axle May Be Misaligned | 2020, 2021 | 98.5% |
| 21V947000 | Dec 8, 2021 | Control Module Shutdown Can Reduce Engine Power | 2018–2022 | 94.1% |
| 21V606000 | Aug 5, 2021 | Seat Belt Locking Retractor Malfunction/FMVSS 208 | 2021 | 98.5% |
| 21V295000 | Apr 26, 2021 | Rear Axle Lock Nuts May Break | 2020, 2021 | 98.7% |
| 20V505000 | Aug 26, 2020 | Front Seat Backrest Frame Not Welded Properly | 2020 | 98.2% |
| 19V737000 | Oct 16, 2019 | Wheel Arch Cover Trim May Detach | 2018, 2019 | 95.2% |
| 19V473000 | Jun 19, 2019 | Instrument Panel Carrier May Break; Damage Airbags | 2019 | 100% |
| 19V416000 | Jun 5, 2019 | Wheel Arch Cover Trim May Detach | 2018, 2019 | 96% |
| 19V277000 | Apr 8, 2019 | Hydraulic Brakes May Fail | 2018, 2019 | 97.7% |
| 18V369000 | Jun 1, 2018 | Insufficient Coating on Brake Caliper Pistons | 2018 | 98.6% |
| 15V452000 | Jul 20, 2015 | Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist | 2014, 2015 | 95.8% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Crash-test stars by model year
| Model year | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Tested as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2016 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2015 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
| 2014 | ★★★★☆ | 4★ | 5★ | 4★ | suv awd |
Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Source: NHTSA NCAP, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Audi SQ5 FAQ
How many recalls has the Audi SQ5 had?
NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns that cover at least one Audi SQ5 model year from 2013 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Audi SQ5 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 9 model years with settled counts, the 2018 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (24) and the 2013 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Audi SQ5 problems?
Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, engine, forward collision avoidance in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Audi SQ5 get?
EPA rates the 2026 Audi SQ5 at 23 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
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.