2017 Audi Q5 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Best The 2017 Audi Q5 ranks 15th out of 18 model years for reported problems, with a complaint index of 18 and a Best verdict among Q5 years. It has 42 complaints, 5 recalls, and no do-not-drive recalls, with Engine issues being the top problem area.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 18/100
- #15 of 18 Q5 years
- Verdict
- Best
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 42
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 3
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 3
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- 4 / 5 ★
- EPA combined MPG
- 21.5
- 19 city / 26.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
Top 2017 Audi Q5 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine21 (50%)
- Fuel System7 (17%)
- Brakes4 (10%)
- Electrical System4 (10%)
- Steering4 (10%)
- Airbags3 (7%)
- Other3 (7%)
- Structure & Body3 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (5%)
- Seat Belts1 (2%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners describe brakes that fail to stop the vehicle fully at low speed while the pedal is pressed, with the engine revving on its own.
- Others report a coolant pump recall repair that was delayed because parts or software updates were unavailable, raising concerns about short circuits or overheating.
- Fuel system complaints describe a warning light urging drivers to stay below 35 mph and get service, tied to the fuel pump flange recall.
- A rear suspension clunking or clicking noise was reported when stopping or accelerating, traced to a rear sub-frame bushing.
- Several owners involved in crashes reported that airbags did not deploy on impact, including one case where the vehicle was rear-ended by a semi and another where it was struck by a red-light runner.
2017 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 17V297000May 3, 2017Transmission & Powertrain5 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q5 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect within the gearbox, despite selecting the Park position, the vehicle may still unexpectedly roll.
Risk: Despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the geabox in the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37K6.
- 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.
2017 Audi Q5 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 26.5 MPG
- Combined
- 21.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,725
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium or E85
- 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.
2017 compared with other Q5 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2017 Audi Q5 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2017 Q5 ranks 15th out of 18 model years, with a complaint index of 18 and a Best verdict relative to other Q5 years.
- What problems does the 2017 Audi Q5 have?
- NHTSA complaints show Engine issues make up 50% of complaints, followed by Fuel System at 17%. Median mileage at failure for engine complaints was 17,500 miles.
- Does the 2017 Audi Q5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2017 Audi Q5, covering the engine coolant pump, transmission gearbox, fuel pump flange, and airbag inflator, none of which are do-not-drive recalls.
- How does the 2017 Q5 compare to other Q5 years?
- The 2017 Q5 has a lower complaint index (18) than years like 2011, 2012, and 2018, which carry Avoid verdicts with indexes of 76, 82, and 100 respectively.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Audi Q5?
- EPA rates the 2017 Audi Q5 at 21.5 mpg combined, 19 mpg city and 26.5 mpg highway, with an annual fuel cost of $3,725.