Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 26 complaints for the 2023 Audi Q5, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

23V8420002023-13-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

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24V8980002024-27-11

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

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25V0800002025-12-02

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.

A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

View all 4 recalls

25V2940002025-07-05

ENGINE

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.

The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 26 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other problems are the most common for the 2023 Audi Q5. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other5

02Forward Collision Avoidance3

03Electrical System3

04Tires2

05Engine2

26 total across 1 model years (2023–2023)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi Q5 Fuel Economy

25–26mpg combined

22-25city

27-29hwy

$2,250-$2,300/yr

The 2023 Audi Q5 delivers 25 to 26 MPG combined across 4 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim

Q5 TFSI e quattro - Automatic (AM-S7)

26mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

25 city27 hwy~$2,250/yr9/10 Clean

Q5 quattro - Automatic (AM-S7)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

23 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Q5 S-Line quattro - Automatic (AM-S7)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Q5 Sportback S-line quattro - Automatic (AM-S7)

25mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Audi Q5

29States

31%in top 3

California has the most inventory at 11%, with options spread across 29 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

CACalifornia

1,08111%

TXTexas

1,00510%

FLFlorida

95910%

NYNew York

7608%

NJNew Jersey

7067%

ILIllinois

4805%

PAPennsylvania

3844%

COColorado

3433%

GAGeorgia

3173%

WAWashington

3053%

DEDelaware

2913%

AZArizona

2713%

DCWashington DC

2653%

NCNorth Carolina

2452%

MDMaryland

2282%

MOMissouri

1902%

CTConnecticut

1852%

NH146

MI142

NV141

UT139

OH139

TN131

MA122

OR118

MN101

OK98

WI77

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

Buying a 2023 Audi Q5?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2023 Audi Q5 a good car to buy?

The 2023 Audi Q5 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 4 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report unknown or other as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Audi Q5?

There are 4 documented recalls for the 2023 Audi Q5. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Audi Q5?

You'll get between 25 and 26 MPG combined from the 2023 Audi Q5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2023 Audi Q5?

Out of 26 owner complaints, unknown or other issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.