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Audi A5 Sportback
Data refreshed October 26, 2026
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Complaints
112
Active records
Recalls
10
Active records
TSBs
1,769
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
1
Injuries
0
Crashes
2
Fires
0
Top reported issues — Audi A5 Sportback
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Infotainment behavior
Electrical issue
Powering on/off behavior
Driver assistance issue
Operating state
Reporting mechanism
Condition issue
Braking behavior
Access/entry issue
Communication/network issue
Performance issue
Safety restraint issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Engine behavior
Noise
Safety restraint behavior
Starting behavior
Steering behavior
Vibration/harshness
Fluid issue
HVAC behavior
Ride/handling behavior
Thermal issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2021 AUDI A5
Filed Sep 15, 2026
Car began bucking at low speeds. I parked car and when I turned on ignition next day, dashboard warning indicated Transmission malfunction and warned me not to drive car. I had it towed to dealer. Diagnosis was that it was a gearbox malfunction that according to dealer was occurring more and more frequently, so much so that Audi had issued a Technical Service Bulletin. My car which is less than 5 years old and has 65,000 miles required $3,600 worth of repairs for this issue. If this is major…
2022 AUDI A5
Filed Aug 20, 2026
The clutch does not engage properly and the vehicle makes a grinding noise when starting to move and while making right and left turns.
2025 AUDI A5
Filed Aug 19, 2026
Vehicle performs a complete stop in the middle of a drive on the freeway. I loose sight of where I am going due to this sudden break, without knowing the UNKNOWN OF WHAT WILL HAPPEN. The vehicle has been inspected by Audi dealership over four times for this issue, in which they are not resolving this problem and stating nothing has been discovered by the scanner. The only message followed by the immediate breaking is ,Emergency Assist: Cancelled. I have been denied a buyback two times because…
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!
2025 AUDI A5
Filed Jul 11, 2026
The MMI infotainment head unit reboots spontaneously and repeatedly while the vehicle is in operation. The screen freezes, goes black, and restarts, reliably within 7-8 minutes of completing the previous boot. This repeats continuously for the duration of any drive. I have verified this is not related to a connected phone. I tested with three different phones on three different operating systems, and with no phone connected and powered off entirely. The reboot cycle occurs identically in all…
2024 AUDI A5
Filed Jul 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the parking brake actuator was replaced; however, the failure persisted. Additionally, the brake pedal was loose while depressed. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer, where the parking lock solenoid (N486) was replaced; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the loose brake…
2024 AUDI A5
Filed Jun 26, 2026
I am reporting a severe, systemic, and undiagnosed electrical defect that compromises vehicle safety and control. The manufacturer’s authorized repair facilities and corporate Technical Assistance Center (TAC) have explicitly documented that their factory test plans are inconclusive and they cannot isolate the root cause of the failures. The primary symptom is the catastrophic failure of the climate control/defrost system, which intermittently stops cooling and blows hot/ambient air.…
2025 AUDI A5
Filed Jun 23, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated without warning to approximately 20 MPH. The contact activated the hazard lights and safely maneuvered the vehicle onto the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle remained stopped for approximately five minutes before restarting the vehicle. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally, and the contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact…
2024 AUDI A5
Filed Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Audi A5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and started, the vehicle unexpectedly surged forward. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle started independently without driver input. Additionally, the air condition was blowing warm air instead of cold air. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 16,581.
2025 AUDI A5
Filed May 23, 2026
driving vehicle down the highway with the cruise control on and it will suddenly slam on the brakes. decreasing the speed rapidly almost causing a rear end accident. Has been brought to drealer for repairs 5 times with no results still does it . to;d repair coming in 3rd quater of 2026 vehicle is dangerous to drive appears to be a problem with these cars do not believe ours is a isolated condition. feel vehicle should not be driven on road Does not give any indication that its going to happen…