NHTSA Data Explorer

Audi

Data refreshed July 24, 2026

Complaints

11,773

Active records

Recalls

227

Active records

TSBs

13,008

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

6

Injuries

413

Crashes

420

Fires

212

Top reported issues — Audi

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Operating state

2,721

Condition issue

2,516

Reporting mechanism

2,057

Fluid issue

1,348

Safety restraint issue

1,250

Engine behavior

1,020

Driver assistance issue

995

Performance issue

965

Lighting behavior

916

Electrical issue

750

Braking behavior

720

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

676

Noise

565

Steering behavior

557

Thermal issue

538

Infotainment behavior

529

Vibration/harshness

498

Powering on/off behavior

394

Access/entry issue

285

Starting behavior

285

Safety restraint behavior

280

Smell

238

Ride/handling behavior

131

Recent change

128

Wiper/washer behavior

94

HVAC behavior

87

Electrified system issue

84

Communication/network issue

42

Charging behavior

20

Most-reported Audi models

Ranked by total record count. Sparkline shows the last 12 months. Click a model to view year-level data.

1

A4

3,014

2

A4 Quattro

3,014

3

A6

1,646

4

A6 Quattro

1,646

5

Q5

1,306

6

Q7

1,014

7

A3

887

8

A3 Quattro

887

9

S4

587

10

A5

368

11

A5 Quattro

368

12

A4 allroad

335

13

TT

326

14

TT Quattro

326

15

A8

253

Browse all Audi models

All Audi models with NHTSA records, listed alphabetically.

100100 Quattro200200 Quattro8080 Quattro9090 QuattroA3A3 QuattroA3 Sportback e-tronA4A4 allroadA4 QuattroA5A5 QuattroA5 SportbackA6A6 allroadA6 QuattroA7 QuattroA7 SportbackA8A8 QuattroallroadAllroad QuattroCabrioletCoupe Quattroe-tron GTe-tron Quattroe-tron Se-tron S Sportbacke-tron SportbackQ3Q3 QuattroQ4 e-tronQ4 e-tron SportbackQ5Q5 PHEVQ5 SportbackQ7Q8Q8 e-tronQ8 e-tron SportbackR8RS e-tron GTRS e-tron GT PerformanceRS Q8RS3RS4RS5RS5 SportbackRS6RS6 AvantRS7RS7 SportbackS e-tron GTS3S4S5S5 SportbackS6S7S7 SportbackS8SQ5SQ5 SportbackSQ7SQ8SQ8 e-tronSQ8 e-tron SportbackTTTT QuattroTT RS QuattroTTS QuattroV8 Quattro

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2026 AUDI Q3

Filed Jul 21, 2026


While driving on the highway at approximately 40 mph with no obstacle ahead and no braking input from the driver, the vehicle applied its brakes hard on its own and came to an abrupt stop. There was audible tire noise and a burnt smell. No injury occurred, but the sudden unintended braking created a serious risk of a rear-end collision. The vehicle was driven to Audi Fort Lauderdale for inspection. On arrival at the service garage, a vibration was felt again and reported to the service advisor…

2025 AUDI A3

Filed Jul 21, 2026


On two separate occasions, approximately four months apart in spring and summer 2026, while turning left across oncoming traffic at a green light, the vehicle's brakes applied hard on their own with no driver input. Each time the vehicle came to an abrupt halt mid-turn for roughly one second before releasing. On both occasions a driver-assistance warning message displayed on the dashboard at the time of the event. Because this occurred while turning in front of oncoming traffic, it created a…

2019 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 19, 2026


Went to Mavis on Weber Rd in Bolingbrook, IL for front brake replacement on June 6, 2026. It took 6.5 hours when I was originally told when I called to schedule the appointment it would only take 1.5 hours, so it was obvious that something was wrong. Within 100 yards of leaving their parking lot after the service appointment, an obvious clattering was present. I immediately called them to let them know the replacement had not been performed correctly. Booked appointment with Audi of Naperville…

2023 AUDI Q4 E-TRON

Filed Jul 17, 2026


I am reporting a severe safety recall compliance failure and fraudulent reporting by an authorized dealership regarding a 2023 Audi electric vehicle. On May 30, 2024, under Repair Order 227719, the dealership officially certified to the NHTSA and Audi that Safety Recall 93U6 (Compact/Portable Charging System Cable) was fully completed. The dealership never actually removed or replaced the hazardous, fire-prone charging hardware. The original recalled cable (Part Number: 8V4.971.675.BB) remains…

2025 AUDI A5

Filed Jul 17, 2026


I have Autoimmune disorder and extreme inflammation. Simply Google Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp to truly understand how much i hate my glass or whatever material roof which after Ceramic Tinting limousine tint the roof my condition has worsen since I got this vehicle last November. I've always had Audis and I need help please!

2016 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 17, 2026


Driving on May 20, 2026 near my home in Florida, power steering assist failed suddenly making it very difficult to steer. Red light on dashboard lit up indicating steering failure. According to a search of the NHTSA records, this is a known issue with these cars. (NHTSA Campaign 15V452000, Audi Action Code 48M1. If I had been on a highway or busy street, the sudden failure would have likely caused an accident. The car was towed to Windemere Automotive in Naples, Florida. The steering rack…

2018 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 17, 2026


My 2018 Audi Q5 experienced significant water intrusion due to a failure of the panoramic sunroof drain system. Water entered the vehicle interior and traveled down into the electrical compartment, submerging the comfort module and damaging multiple wiring harnesses. This caused the vehicle to become inoperable and unable to start. Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin 2075969/2 describing this exact defect. The bulletin states that the sunroof drain hoses can be kinked during factory…

2018 AUDI Q5

Filed Jul 16, 2026


I wrote Audi to request escalation of an unresolved issue involving my 2018 Audi Q5, related to Safety Recall 90S9 (NHTSA Campaign 21V947000) for the gateway control module. Summary of the issue: My vehicle recently experienced a complete gateway control module failure due to water intrusion. I lost steering and brake assist warnings while driving, and the vehicle would not restart after being pulled over safely. It was towed first to the nearest Audi mechanic who diagnosed the issue as Recall…

2015 AUDI A4

Filed Jul 15, 2026


Oil consumption is extremely high this vehicle burns way to much oil in short amount of time. Oil has to be added every 300 to 400 miles and there are no leaks present

2013 AUDI Q7

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The fuel pump flange repair was a joke on this car. It should've been replaced not just put a black tar like sealant on it. That was an error on Audi's part. The sealant didn't keep it from forming a leak in the stress cracks that were being reported. Mine says all recalls have been completed. I just experienced a very bad fuel leak from the fuel filter/pump flange. I investigated the issue myself and found a black tar like sealant on top of the filter. That didn't stop it from cracking and…

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Updated July 24, 2026. Refreshed nightly.