2014 Audi Q5 Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 40 engine complaints for the 2014 Audi Q5, 38% of its 105 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 64,683 miles. Two related engine recalls (18V229000 and 17V002000) cover the auxiliary coolant pump, which owners tie to some of these reports.
- Engine complaints
- 40
- 38% of 105
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 64,683 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Some owners describe the engine stalling or shutting off unexpectedly while driving at highway speed, sometimes with the electronic power control light coming on.
- Several complaints mention the auxiliary coolant pump recall (18V229000), including delays getting replacement parts and unclear communication from dealers about repair timing.
- One owner reported a burning smell and visible smoke shortly after purchase, which was traced by a dealer service crew to an engine-related issue.
- A case describes internal engine damage discovered after the engine stopped suddenly on the road, with dashboard warning lights and a burning smell, resulting in a recommended engine replacement at 35,000 miles.
- One complaint describes a diesel 3.0L engine failing to start in cold weather shortly after an auxiliary heater recall repair, which the owner suspected was linked to fuel waxing in freezing temperatures.
- A separate report describes the vehicle unexpectedly accelerating to 80 mph on its own while driving around 30 mph, forcing the driver to shift into neutral to stop.
When 2014 Audi Q5 engine complaints were filed
First complaint May 23, 2014, latest Mar 21, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2014 Audi Q5
- 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 17V002000Jan 3, 2017Engine342,867 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Risk: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
Engine complaints by Q5 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2014 Audi Q5?
- NHTSA lists 40 engine complaints for the 2014 Q5, which is 38% of all 105 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2014 Audi Q5 engine?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two related engine recalls, 18V229000 and 17V002000, both tied to the auxiliary coolant pump on Q5 models including the 2014 model year.
- At what mileage do 2014 Q5 engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for engine-related complaints on the 2014 Q5 is 64,683 miles.
- Did the 2014 Audi Q5 engine problems cause any crashes or fires?
- NHTSA records zero crashes and zero fires among the reported engine complaints for the 2014 Q5.