CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Audi Q5 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (19 reports).
2017 Audi Q5 recalls
Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk
The electric coolant pump in these vehicles, which use the 2.0L Turbo FSI engine, can become blocked by debris from the cooling system and overheat, or it can short-circuit because of moisture inside the pump.
Vehicle May Roll Away Even When Set to Park
Due to a manufacturing defect inside the gearbox, the vehicle may not stay in Park even when the Park position is selected.
Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk
A fuel pump flange on certain gasoline-powered vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
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.
Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire
Some vehicles equipped with a 2.0L Turbo FSI engine may have an electric coolant pump that can become blocked by debris from the cooling system.
Most common 2017 Audi Q5 problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 19 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
What owners report
Coolant tank empty - leaking. Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing to engine. Had to replace the thermostat housing and reseal the valve cover Because the oil leak coming from the valve cover is causing oil to reach the thermostat sear and cause the rubber seal to expand and blow out causing the coolant to leak from the thermostat. This cost me $2,431.00.
My rear subframe is completely rotted out and the dealership I bought it from but a new inspection sticker sold it to me and told me it was perfect condition
Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much Iâm driving.
Piston rings failure, large oil consumption and water pump leaking
On 12/13/25 around 8:00am in the morning. I was driving between 20-25 MPH and started to brake for the corner stop sign. I applied the break as I normally would however, the car continued to roll and did not respond to my applying pressure to the brake pedal. No matter how much pressure I apply to the brake the car continued to coast without stopping. I continued to press hard on the break and even pumped the break. After 2 to 3 yards of coasting, the car stopped. I continued to drive the car for another 0.5 miles and the same break problem occurred again. There are no lights indicating problems on my dashboard. The weather was clear and sunny in the morning. There was no rain. There was no
2017 Audi Q5 questions
Does the 2017 Audi Q5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2017 Audi Q5: Electric coolant pump can overheat or short, raising fire risk; Vehicle May Roll Away Even When Set to Park; Fuel Pump Flange May Crack and Leak Fuel, Raising Fire Risk; Sunroof leaks can corrode side air bag inflator, risking fragments; Coolant Pump Can Overheat and Cause a Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Audi Q5?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (19), Fuel/Propulsion System (5), Service Brakes (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.