CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Audi Q5 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (27 reports).
2021 Audi Q5 recalls
High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk
Certain Audi Q5 and A7 E Hybrid vehicles may have a high-voltage traction battery that can overheat.
Overheating Charging Cable Can Cause Fire Risk
The 220V/240V compact charging cable can overheat when used at 100% charge on some home outlets that cannot handle the required current.
Engine May Fail and Stall, Raising Crash Risk
Connecting rod bearings in the engine may become damaged over time.
Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse
A software problem can cause the rearview camera display to show a blank or black screen instead of the camera image when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk
Audi is recalling certain vehicles because the rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after repairs made under an earlier recall were performed.
Liquid Can Shut Down Power Module and Cut Engine Power
Liquid from a spill in the rear seat, or water entering through an insufficient underbody body seam, can penetrate the gateway control module and cause it to shut down.
Rear Seat Belt May Fail to Secure Child Car Seats
Rear seat belt retractors in these vehicles may deactivate early, which can stop a child restraint system from being held securely in place.
Rear axle lock nut can break, risking loss of control
A lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle can break over time because of stress corrosion.
Most common 2021 Audi Q5 problems
Problem areas named in the 74 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Engine | 17 |
| Power Train | 15 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
What owners report
Vehicle Information: 2021 Audi Q5 Component Affected: Electrical System / Electronic Control Unit (Body Control Module / BCM2) Description of Safety Defect: The vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the Body Control Module (BCM / BCM2) caused by water ingress originating from a defective rear sunroof drainage tube assembly. The manufacturing failure of the panoramic sunroof drain allows water to pour directly down the vehicle's interior D-pillar. Because of a severe design flaw, Audi positioned this highly critical central electrical computer completely unshielded in the exact cargo cavity where this water runoff pools. When the Body Control Module shorts out due to this water ingress
We took our 2021 Audi Q5 to the Audi dealership because our vehicle seemed to be skipping gears and making jerking motions while driving. I believe it began happening at least a couple of months ago when my wife noticed a change in driving dynamics. She is the vehicle's sole driver. After taking it to the Audi dealership and driving with the technician in the passenger seat, a diagnosis was made immediately while backing from the parking space. The technician indicated there was no need to go any further because he could determine it needed a differential fluid change. He also indicated it was a common problem with this model Q5 and it is occurring at a high rate with these vehicles. This w
When attempting a left-hand turn, despite the oncoming vehicle already passed me, the Audi auto-breaks leaving me in the center of the oncoming lane and causes the vehicle behind me to almost crash into me. Very dangerous.
VIN number: [XXX]. Audi Q5 Prestige 2021 Mileage 48,540 I have contacted Audi Corporate regarding a catastrophic Transmission Failure while driving. The dealership investigation discovered that bolts had loosened and the fluid was not getting to the transmission and it stopped dead while I was driving. I was on surface streets going to pick up my baby granddaughter from daycare. I heard what sounded like a "slip" in the gears, a yellow notification appeared stating that the car is safe to drive. A few minutes later it happened again and the same warning appeared. I continued to the daycare and in the driveway the car stopped dead with a Red warning that it is a transmission malfunction. I
On 8/3/26, my 2021 Audi Q5 began throwing numerous different malfunction/error alerts and the engine turned off while driving after a bottle of water had partially spilled onto our backseat behind the drivers side. The vehicle was towed to a nearby mechanic who determined that liquid damaged the gateway control module located under the backseat of the vehicle, as the gateway control module is placed in a "protective cover" (an unsealed plastic bag) and that bag visibly had liquid inside of it. We had immediately contacted Audi upon learning of this issue and decided not to move forward with any repairs, but to instead pay out of pocket to have it towed 70 miles to Audi/where we originally pu
2021 Audi Q5 questions
Does the 2021 Audi Q5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 Audi Q5: High-Voltage Battery May Overheat, Raising Fire Risk; Overheating Charging Cable Can Cause Fire Risk; Engine May Fail and Stall, Raising Crash Risk; Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse; Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Audi Q5?
Based on 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (27), Engine (17), Power Train (15).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.