2025 Audi Q5 Safety Report
2025 Audi Q5 Safety Report
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2025 Audi Q5
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2025 Audi Q5. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | Low (0) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | Moderate (22) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 1 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance | Compare lane departure,forward collision avoidance issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2024 | Compare against the 2024 Audi Q5 with 16 complaints and 4 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Audi Q5 before buying across this generation. |
Audi Q5 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Audi Q5 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Audi Q5 | 16 | 4 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2023 Audi Q5 | 23 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Audi Q5 | 63 | 8 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2020 Audi Q5 | 22 | 6 | Use as a comparable safety baseline. |
| 2019 Audi Q5 | 41 | 5 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2018 Audi Q5 | 189 | 6 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2025 Audi Q5 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2025 Audi Q5, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Lane Departure,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Audi onlyBack Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Back Over Prevention,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Audi onlyService Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance
2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance issues Audi onlyAir Bags,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Air Bags,Forward Collision Avoidance,Lane Departure issues Audi onlyPower Train,Electrical System,Service Brakes
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train,Electrical System,Service Brakes issues Audi onlyVisibility
1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Visibility issues Audi onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2025 Audi Q5
Reliability Score
The 2025 Audi Q5 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
NHTSA Safety Ratings for the 2025 Audi Q5
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) evaluates vehicles through controlled crash tests and assigns star ratings from 1 to 5, with 5 being the safest.
Known Issues for the 2025 Audi Q5
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2025 Audi Q5:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance Multiple reports indicate that the forward collision avoidance system, including airbags and service brakes, may malfunction. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Electrical System The electrical system has been reported to cause issues such as engine stalling and check engine light persistence. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Lane Departure Lane departure warning systems have been reported to malfunction, leading to false alerts and potential safety concerns. |
Low | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Power Train Power train issues, including rapid loss of engine power during acceleration, have been reported. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2025 Audi Q5:
Issues with forward collision avoidance systems are the most common problem reported.
Electrical system issues are a significant concern, affecting the overall reliability of the vehicle.
Lane departure warning systems have been reported to malfunction, leading to false alerts.
Power train issues, including rapid loss of engine power, have been reported.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2025 Audi Q5
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2025 Audi Q5 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 1 complaint involved crashes. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
There appears to be a software problem with the car. On the display, there are malfunction messages about the airbags and safety features.
The ADAS is not working properly. Adaptive cruise control, emergency assist, lane departure, active front assist, distance warning, traffic sign recognition, adaptive light, etc. are all not working. The check engine light is illuminated, the key fob would not open car (not a battery issue) and the seat belt tensioner is not working properly. Those ADAS features are there for a reason and that is...
Check engine light is on almost constantly on my car. It might turn off and stay that way for a couple of days, but always comes on again. Dealership had made two attempts to "fix" it by just clearing the faults. However, according to the service department the reason why check engine light came on was "faults for loss of communication to powertrain electronics and brake electronics" which i think...
The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the panoramic sunroof glass exploded without impact. The contact pulled over at a pit stop to inspect the vehicle. Despite the failure, the contact resumed normal driving with shards of glass falling from the sunroof. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and agreed to have the vehicle towed to the...
The vehicle triggers the braking system when there is nothing in the road, this has happened when turning across traffic, into parking lots, and when just driving on a road. Luckily this has not caused a crash yet but it has a high likelihood of causing a crash if not properly fixed by Audi. Occasionally the sensors stop working and the seatbelts tighten aggressively. This is especially risky beca...
After the automatic start/stop system engages, the engine stalls and completely shuts off shortly after the vehicle begins moving again. This occurs after the vehicle restarts and travels only a few feet. When the stall happens, the vehicle loses power and the engine stops functioning while the car is in traffic. This has occurred two separate times: once on a busy highway and once while entering...
Fault P003A00 (Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor). Vehicle suffered a catastrophic power failure (Limp Mode) on Day 2 of ownership. Total loss of acceleration while in traffic. Manufacturer admits it is a 'known software issue' with no current fix, creating an extreme collision risk for the driver." Vehicle is at dealership since Feb 4th, 2026
The air bag keeps showing it's not working and that's it's turned off, there's a driving system malfunction, and warning lamp flashing emissions-related fault malfunction are not working. It is a brand-new car and after 2 months, all the malfunction lights keep showing so we went to the Audi dealership and they said they have ordered the parts from Germany, but it has almost been 2 months, and the...
I periodically receive warnings for adaptive light malfunctions, headlight assistant malfunctions, active lane assist malfunctions, traffic sign recognition malfunctions, adaptive cruise assist malfunctions, and high beam assist malfunctions. The Audi dealer confirmed these issues and stated a solution is being worked on but currently not available since it appears to be a software issue. These ...
I am reporting a recurring safety defect in my 2025 Audi Q5 (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has been in the dealership for approximately 42 non-consecutive days for repeated malfunctions of multiple safety systems.While driving, the vehicle displays warnings and disables the following systems: SOS, Adaptive Cruise Assist, Active Front Assist/Distance Warning, Lane Change Warning, Proactive Occupant Pro...
The audi presense seems to be too sensitive and it is available for inspection. There have been 3 times that I've been at a complete stop in the middle of the intersection waiting for the opposing traffic to stop so I can turn left and suddenly the car brakes, seat belts engage and it scares us. 2 times I had just started to turn left and the car braked (no opposing traffic) and it was so sudden t...
I bought the car on September 2, 2025. The car has been in the dealer 5 times. The last one started on December 2, 2025, and still in the dealer as of today (January 8, 2026) no solution has been found. Most of the time is having problem with the technology in the car. I cannot even drive it. It has problem with cameras, Traffic sign recognition, adaptive cruise assistant, adaptive light malf...
When attempting to accelerate rapidly (I.e. passing gear) the engine immediately begins to lose power. Audi dealer investigated and determined it was “TURBO LAG”. This situation happened multiple times at different speeds. When trying to accelerate to pass another vehicle or to merge onto a freeway are the scariest and most dangerous instances. Taking your foot off the accelerator does allow the e...
* Primary Component: Forward Collision Avoidance * Secondary Component (if available): Electrical System / Lane Departure Step 3: The Incident Description (Copy & Paste below) > Summary of Safety Defect: > The vehicle is experiencing a critical, recurring failure of the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). There are two primary life-safety issues: > * Phantom Braking: The vehicle initiates s...
On December 22nd i got into the vehicle and a few errors popped up which consisted of “loose wheel warning malfunction” “brakes: limited functionality drive with causation” “active front assist and emergency assist unavailable”. I called the nearest dealer and was told it’s ok to drive it’s just a software glitch and if i don’t feel comfortable driving i should take it to the dealer and come back ...
I MOVED INTO A PARKING SPOT AND PUSHED THE BRAKES TO STOP BUT THE CAR ACCELERATED AND HIT A TREE. HOWEVER WHEN THE POLICE DROVE THE CAR OUT OF THE PARKING SPOT THE BRAKES WERE WORKING PROPERLY.
Brand new car, needed a major software upgrade, for engine code, no heat , safety system flashing. It’s going back to the dealer today , for faulty gps and limited camera view for speed signs. The car has major software issues
This vehicle Misrecognizes intersections on two lane highways and causes the vehicle to unexpectedly slam on its brakes without warning in anticipation of an intersection that either does not exist or where my vehicle has the entire right way. this behavior has persisted since the date of purchase and has not been corrected at all. Audi has confirmed that the vehicle is operating as designed howe...
Two weeks after purchase, experienced multiple, random driver assistance failures. After attempting to repair issue once unsuccessfully, The dealership was unable to provide a second service appointment for two and a half months. Was explained all 2025 Audis were having issues, so couldn’t get car in any sooner. Before that second scheduled service appointment and while driving in traffic, the b...
The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speed on three occasions, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. ...
Showing 20 of 22 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2025 Audi Q5
TSBs are manufacturer-acknowledged issues with recommended fixes. Unlike recalls, TSB repairs are not always free.
This bulletin provides information when noises from wheel input shaft/drive shaft are reported.
This bulletin provides information to check in the event that a customer complains about Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.
This bulletin provides information when the steering wheel does not heat up sufficiently.
This bulletin provides information when noises from the front end and dash panel, rolling noises are noted.
The HomeLink cannot be programmed and there is no reaction when the HomeLink buttons in the rearview mirror are pressed. A software update will be performed to address this issue.
The HomeLink cannot be programmed and there is no reaction when the HomeLink buttons in the rearview mirror are pressed. A software update will be performed to address this issue.
This TSB provides information when the initial Bluetooth pairing with iPhone fails.
This bulletin provides information when Key User pariing is not possible, or the myAudi login cannot be completed in the vehicle.
This bulletin provides informatino when the Audi virtual cockpit remains blank at startup.
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit display has semi-circular marks on edges of the display.
This TSB provides information when myAudi requires a user to log in again.
This bulletin provides information when the Audi virtual cockpit displays a colorful line.
This bulletin provides information when a GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of concern.
This bulletin provides information when the control functions in the vehicle are restricted.
This bulletin provides informationw hen there are optical defects, scratches, and/or chrome peeling.
This bulletin provides information regarding wheel alignment.
This bulletin provides information when DTCs B200FF0 to B200FF5 stored in the J775 suspension control unit.
This bulettin provides information when droning noises/vibrations in tight corners is reported.
This bulletin provides information in circumstances where there are noises/vibration from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system stored in the ECM P030000.
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2025 Audi Q5
Has the 2025 AUDI Q5 been recalled?
No, the 2025 AUDI Q5 has no recalls on record with NHTSA as of our latest data update.
How many complaints does the 2025 AUDI Q5 have?
The 2025 AUDI Q5 has 22 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 1 involved crashes. 2 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2025 AUDI Q5?
The 2025 AUDI Q5 received an overall NHTSA safety rating of excellent (5/5). Frontal crash: 5/5. Side crash: 5/5. Rollover: 4/5.
What are the most common problems with the 2025 AUDI Q5?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2025 AUDI Q5 involve lane departure,forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), back over prevention,forward collision avoidance (2 complaints), service brakes,forward collision avoidance (2 complaints). Other affected components include air bags,forward collision avoidance,lane departure, power train,electrical system,service brakes, visibility.
How many crash reports does the 2025 AUDI Q5 have?
There are 1 crash reports associated with the 2025 AUDI Q5 out of 22 total complaints (4.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2025 AUDI Q5 have?
There are no fire reports for the 2025 AUDI Q5 in the NHTSA database.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2025 AUDI Q5?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 AUDI Q5.
How many injuries are reported for the 2025 AUDI Q5?
2 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2025 AUDI Q5. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2025 AUDI Q5?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2025 AUDI Q5 is generally recommended. It has 22 complaints, 0 recalls, and a excellent (5/5) safety rating. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2025 AUDI Q5?
The components with the most failures on the 2025 AUDI Q5 are: 1. LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 2. BACK OVER PREVENTION,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 3. SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (2 complaints), 4. AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE,LANE DEPARTURE (1 complaints), 5. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES (1 complaints). LANE DEPARTURE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE is the single most-reported problem area with 2 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2025 AUDI Q5?
Be cautious of potential electrical and power train issues, and ensure the forward collision avoidance system is functioning properly. The 2025 AUDI Q5 has 22 NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. NHTSA rates it excellent (5/5).
How reliable is the 2025 AUDI Q5?
The 2025 AUDI Q5 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 22 owner complaints, 0 recalls, and 1 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Forward Collision Avoidance and Electrical System.
What are the known issues with the 2025 AUDI Q5?
Known issues with the 2025 AUDI Q5 include: Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System, Lane Departure, Power Train. These are based on patterns found across 22 NHTSA complaints.
What are the most common safety issues with the 2025 Audi Q5?
The most common safety issues include malfunctions in the forward collision avoidance system, electrical system problems, lane departure warnings, and power train issues.
Are there any recurring problems with the airbags in the 2025 Audi Q5?
Yes, there have been reports of airbag malfunctions and warnings that they are turned off.
What should I do if I experience frequent malfunctions with the forward collision avoidance system?
Contact your dealership immediately to have the system checked and addressed.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be cautious of potential electrical and power train issues, and ensure the forward collision avoidance system is functioning properly.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2025 Audi Q5
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2025 Audi Q5. The data includes 22 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 0 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 1 reported crashes, 2 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
The NHTSA has assigned the 2025 Audi Q5 an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a frontal crash rating of 5 stars, a side crash rating of 5 stars, and a rollover rating of 4 stars. These ratings are determined through controlled crash testing conducted by the NHTSA.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-13