CarRecallWatchThe 2012 Audi Q5 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 168 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (85 reports).
2012 Audi Q5 recalls
Fuel Pump Flange May Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk
Some vehicles from 2007 to 2012 were previously repaired for a fuel pump flange issue by installing butyl tape to the flange as a temporary fix until permanent replacement parts became available.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal
Certain Audi vehicles have a driver's frontal airbag inflator that may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Sunroof leaks can corrode side air bag inflator, risking fragments
Water from the sunroof drainage system can seep into the foam around the side head air bag inflator canister.
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk
The fuel pump flange on certain vehicles with gasoline engines may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator may be subject to excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2012 Audi Q5 problems
Problem areas named in the 168 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 85 |
| Engine | 47 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Structure | 9 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Visibility | 3 |
What owners report
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The vehicle sunroof exploded. On March 10th at approximately 12:15pm, while driving down the road from my residence in my 2012 Audi Q5, the sunroof blew up, without warning, causing shattered glass to fall inside the cab of the vehicle onto myself, and my then nine year old son, causing minor cuts, and small pieces of glass to be lodged into the skin of our arms, chest, and head . I called the Audi service ref repairs, and was told it would take three months, before the service department could look at and repair my vehicle, as they were backed up with repairs. I ordered a new sunroof windshield and did a self repair and calibration. I followed up with Audi, advising of the incident, an
The oil has been leaking for some years. I have taken it in several times, to be fixed and it is still leaking
The contact owns a 2012 Audi Q5. The contact purchased the vehicle at an auction, and while leaving the auction site and driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact jumped-started the vehicle, and after entering the freeway, the vehicle vibrated and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The failure persisted until the contact arrived at the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The vehicle remained unrepaired for several days. The contact went to pick up the vehicle, and the independent mechanic state
ON [XXX] AT [XXX], AT MY HOME, I PULLED OUT OF DRIVEWAY IN MY 2012 AUDI 2012 Q5, I DROVE THREE HOUSES DOWN, AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED SENDING SHATTERED GLASS ON MYSELF, MY THEN [XXX] SON, AND INTO THE CABIN OF THE CAR. I CALLED AUDI FOR REPAIR, BUT WAS INFORMED THERE WAS A 3 TO 4 MONTH WAIT, ORDERED A ON REPAIRS. SO I ORDERED A REPLACEMENT AND INSTALLED MYSELF. ON [XXX] MY 2012 AUDI Q5, WOULD NOT START, DASH FAULT INDICATED CRANKCASE/ CAMSHAFT NOT ALINGED. PUT VEHICLE IN A AUDI REPAIR SHOP (NOT DEALERSHIP) FOR REPAIRS. DAMAGE WAS CRANKCASE, TIMING CHAIN, AND TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER RESEARCH DONE FOUND THAT THERE WAS SIX RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE, ONE INVOLVING THE SUNROOF SHATTERING, AND THE OT
2012 Audi Q5 questions
Does the 2012 Audi Q5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2012 Audi Q5: Fuel Pump Flange May Leak Fuel, Creating Fire Risk; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Explode, Spraying Metal; Sunroof leaks can corrode side air bag inflator, risking fragments; Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak, Creating Fire Risk; Driver Airbag Inflator Can Rupture, Sending Metal Fragments at Occupants. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Audi Q5?
Based on 168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (85), Engine (47), Fuel/Propulsion System (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Audi Q5 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.