Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2015 Audi SQ5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Loss of Electric Power Steering Assist
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Audi SQ5 vehicles manufactured May 22, 2013, to April 14, 2015. The affected vehicles have an electric power steering assist system that may shut down in cold temperatures due to a steering motor sensor fault.
- Consequence
- If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will update the power steering control module software, free of charge. The recall began on July 31, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 48M1.
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Owner complaints (8)
8 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 8 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 4 | 50% |
| Steering | 2 | 25% |
| Suspension | 2 | 25% |
| Service brakes | 1 | 12.5% |
| Unknown or other | 1 | 12.5% |
How 2015 compares with other SQ5 years
Best and worst SQ5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 1 |
| 2015 | 8 | 1 |
| 2016 | 6 | 0 |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 |
| 2018 | 24 | 5 |
| 2019 | 19 | 5 |
| 2020 | 8 | 4 |
| 2021 | 13 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2 |
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.
Crash tests: 4 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2015 Audi SQ5 suv awd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 19 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,350
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 458 g/mi
- EPA class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | $4,350 | 458 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2015 Audi SQ5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Audi SQ5 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 15V452000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Audi SQ5 problems?
Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (4), Steering (2), Suspension (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Audi SQ5 get?
EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 17 city, 24 highway and 19 combined mpg.
What safety rating did the 2015 Audi SQ5 get?
NHTSA rated the 2015 Audi SQ5 suv awd 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2015 SQ5 compare with other years?
Among the 2013–2021 Audi SQ5 model years at least five years old, the 2013 drew the fewest complaints (1) and the 2018 the most (24). The 2015 drew 8. 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.