Verdict
2025 Audi Q5: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2025 Audi Q5 — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 37 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 69% of 2025 SUVs. Electrical System leads the reports (32%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2025 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
37
Reports to NHTSA, 2025
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
25
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 69% of 2025 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2025 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (32% of 37 reports), followed by air bags (8%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 37 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11746634, ODI 11739245, ODI 11737047, ODI 11734604, ODI 11728309.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
Seat Belts · 26V266000Details +Close −
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.
Risk: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2025 Audi Q5 SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 23 | 29 | 26 |
| Q5 Plug-In Hybrid quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 25 | 27 | 26 |
| Q5 TFSI quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| Q5 Sportback TFSI quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 22 | 30 | 25 |
| Q5 Sportback S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 23 | 28 | 25 |
| Q5 S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AM-S7) | 23 | 28 | 25 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2025 Audi Q5: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2025 Audi Q5?
Owners filed 37 NHTSA complaints about the 2025 Audi Q5 — more complaints than 69% of comparable 2025 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2025 Audi Q5?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (32% of complaints) and air bags (8%).
How many recalls does the 2025 Audi Q5 have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2025 Audi Q5, covering components such as seat belts. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Audi Q5 get?
The EPA rates the 2025 Audi Q5 between 25 and 26 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.