How common are engine problems on the 2015 Audi Q5?

Engine complaints make up 45 of the 99 total complaints filed for the 2015 Audi Q5, a 45% share, the highest share of any model year in this dataset.

Is there a recall for the 2015 Audi Q5 engine?

Yes. NHTSA campaign 18V229000 covers a coolant pump replacement and campaign 17V002000 covers a software update to deactivate power to the coolant pump, both listed under the Engine component.

At what mileage do 2015 Q5 engine problems usually show up?

NHTSA data lists a median mileage of 65,000 miles at the time of failure for engine-related complaints on this model year.

Did the 2015 Audi Q5 engine issue cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA lists 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries among the engine complaints reported for the 2015 Audi Q5.

2015 Audi Q5 Engine Problems

Engine complaints account for 45 of 99 total complaints (45%) filed on the 2015 Audi Q5, with a median failure mileage of 65,000 miles. Two related recalls (18V229000 and 17V002000) cover coolant pump and software issues tied to fire risk in one reported case.

Engine complaints: 45; 45% of 99
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 65,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report a burning odor coming from the front of the vehicle, in at least one case linked to a fire, tied to NHTSA campaign 18V229000 for the engine cooling system.
Multiple owners describe long waits for the auxiliary water/coolant pump recall repair, with dealers reporting the replacement parts unavailable for months.
Some owners report the vehicle developed a lurch or hesitation between 30 and 40 mph after emissions-related modifications were performed.
Other owners describe a lag in acceleration when the engine is warm, followed by a sudden burst of speed once the throttle catches up.
Several complaints simply note that the recall repair for the auxiliary heater or coolant pump exceeded a reasonable amount of time, with no failure yet experienced.

When 2015 Audi Q5 engine complaints were filed

First complaint May 22, 2018, latest Sep 10, 2026.

45 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2018 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2018 (3).

Engine recalls for the 2015 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.

20109 (9%)
201144 (31%)
201249 (29%)
201335 (39%)
201440 (38%)
201545 (45%)
201637 (48%)
201721 (50%)
201844 (22%)
201912 (23%)
20206 (24%)
202119 (26%)
20227 (32%)
20237 (16%)
20241 (5%)
20259 (21%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are engine problems on the 2015 Audi Q5?: Engine complaints make up 45 of the 99 total complaints filed for the 2015 Audi Q5, a 45% share, the highest share of any model year in this dataset.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Audi Q5 engine?: Yes. NHTSA campaign 18V229000 covers a coolant pump replacement and campaign 17V002000 covers a software update to deactivate power to the coolant pump, both listed under the Engine component.
At what mileage do 2015 Q5 engine problems usually show up?: NHTSA data lists a median mileage of 65,000 miles at the time of failure for engine-related complaints on this model year.
Did the 2015 Audi Q5 engine issue cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA lists 1 fire and 0 crashes and 0 injuries among the engine complaints reported for the 2015 Audi Q5.