2014 Audi Q5 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#6 most-complained of 16 Q5 years
The 2014 Audi Q5 has 105 NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls, with a Complaint Index of 67, ranking 6th worst out of 16 model years. Its verdict is Caution, with Engine problems (38% of complaints) leading the list.
- Complaints
- 105
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 5 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 7 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 24
- 21.5 city / 28.5 hwy
Top 2014 Audi Q5 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
What owners report
- Steering can suddenly lock up hard or lose resistance, sometimes requiring dealer replacement of the electromechanical steering unit.
- Some vehicles lost throttle response and rolled to a stop when the driver attempted a hard turn from a standstill.
- Owners describe brake failures including complete loss of brakes, steering, and accelerator control at highway speed.
- Brake rotors and pads have worn out or developed hot spots at low mileage despite normal driving habits.
- The auto start/stop system has caused the vehicle to roll backward briefly after a complete stop.
- One owner reported visible smoke coming from the rear of a nearly new vehicle shortly after purchase.
2014 Audi Q5 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 18V229000Apr 11, 2018Engine342,867 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
- NHTSA 17V622000Oct 5, 2017Electrical System216,913 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Risk: The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.
- NHTSA 17V298000May 3, 2017Fuel System240,487 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.
2014 Audi Q5 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 21.5 MPG
- Highway
- 28.5 MPG
- Combined
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other Q5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Audi Q5 reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 105 complaints and 5 recalls for the 2014 Q5, with a Complaint Index of 67 and a Caution verdict, ranking 6th worst among 16 model years.
- What is the biggest problem with the 2014 Audi Q5?
- Engine issues are the top problem area, making up 38% of complaints (40 of 105), with a median failure mileage of 64,683 miles.
- Does the 2014 Audi Q5 have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recalls covering the engine coolant pump, fuel pump flange, auxiliary heater electrical connector, and side airbag inflator affected by sunroof drainage water.
- How does the 2014 Q5 compare to other Q5 years?
- With a Complaint Index of 67, the 2014 Q5 ranks worse than years like 2013 (27), 2015 (47), and 2017 (0), but better than 2012 (80) and 2018 (100), which carry Avoid verdicts.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2014 Audi Q5?
- EPA rates the 2014 Q5 at 24 mpg combined (21.5 city / 28.5 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $3,650.