2022 Audi Q5 VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability

The 2022 Audi Q5 has good reliability. There are 8 recalls and 39 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Audi Q5. Severity signals include 4 crash-related complaints and 2 fire-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (10), Unknown Or Other (6), Engine (6).

Q5 reliability snapshot

68/100

Latest model-year reliability score

3.0/5

RepairPal rating (medium)

$928

Avg annual repair cost vs $807 category avg

#11/14

Ranking in luxury midsize SUVs · better than 21% of peers

Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.

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Most-reported 2022 Audi Q5 issues

Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.

Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other6
Engine6
Power Train4
Lane Departure3
Vehicle Speed Control2

Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2022 Audi Q5

Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.

Test infotainment system for freezing or black screens
Inspect for oil leaks and check for burning smells from engine
Verify all safety features like lane assist and forward collision avoidance are functional
Check for any active recalls and confirm completion of necessary repairs
Test for any unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers
Ensure the vehicle does not exhibit jerking or shaking during acceleration

What owners reported

2022 Audi Q5 owner complaints in detail

Owners have reported 4 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries to NHTSA for the 2022 Audi Q5. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.

Owner complaints10

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Owners report that the 2022 Audi Q5 frequently experiences sudden electrical system malfunctions, often causing the vehicle to stop abruptly or lose power without prior warning. Common symptoms include dashboard error messages such as "Electrical system malfunction" and "Drive system malfunction," accompanied by a check engine light. These issues typically arise at varying speeds and can lead to hazardous situations, including sudden stops in traffic and loss of control, with some incidents occurring at highway speeds. Additionally, one report involves a fire related to the charging cable, highlighting further safety risks. These problems appear to manifest in vehicles with mileage ranging from 9,000 to 13,000 miles, suggesting potential early onset of electrical issues.

Severity signals: 0 crash, 1 fire, 0 injury reports

Owner complaints6

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Owners of the 2022 Audi Q5 frequently report issues with the rearview camera, detailing symptoms like frozen images, black screens, and failure to activate when reversing. Another common issue involves total system failure while driving, suspected to be linked to a gateway control module malfunction. Additionally, complaints highlight that the horn does not function unless the engine is running, posing potential safety risks in stationary situations. Some owners also describe problems related to unresolved recalls affecting the hybrid functionality, leading to reliance on gasoline instead of electric operation. These issues arise at various stages of ownership, with some being present from the first day of use.

Owner complaints6

ENGINE

Owners of the 2022 Audi Q5 report several engine-related issues, with a significant number of complaints mentioning engine malfunctions or failures. Symptoms often include warning lights, smoke, burning smells, and oil leaks. Engine stalling is also noted, sometimes occurring without fault codes, and typically after several months of use. A severe safety risk is highlighted in one report describing an engine fire that resulted in injuries, associated with a known recall for engine connecting rods. Prospective buyers should be aware of potential engine reliability concerns and the possibility of unresolved recalls.

Severity signals: 0 crash, 1 fire, 2 injury reports

Owner complaints4

POWER TRAIN

Owners of the 2022 Audi Q5 frequently report powertrain issues, particularly related to engine behavior and transmission functionality. Common symptoms include severe engine shaking, sudden loss of power, and jerking during acceleration, often occurring at highway speeds or on inclines. These issues are reported at varying mileage, with one complaint noting problems as early as 800 miles, and another around 20,000 miles. Safety implications are significant, as several complaints describe hazardous situations due to reduced power or complete engine failure, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. Buyers should be aware of potential risks associated with engine and turbocharger reliability, as well as the effectiveness of related repairs.

Owner complaints3

LANE DEPARTURE

Owners report frequent malfunctions with the 2022 Audi Q5's Lane Assist system, primarily involving the vehicle pulling towards or even outside of lane lines instead of maintaining lane position. Typical symptoms include the vehicle swerving unexpectedly on various road types, such as freeways and narrow mountain roads. Complaints indicate these issues have persisted since at least March 2022, with vehicles spending extensive time at dealerships without successful resolution. Safety implications are significant, as these malfunctions could potentially lead to collisions or other dangerous situations, especially in challenging driving conditions. Multiple owners note that dealerships acknowledge the problem, suggesting it may not be isolated to a single vehicle.

Owner complaints2

SERVICE BRAKES

Owners of the 2022 Audi Q5 report issues related to brake malfunctions, often accompanied by dashboard error messages indicating a brake failure. Complaints frequently mention that the vehicle becomes unresponsive to the gas pedal or that the brake pedal becomes extremely firm, making it difficult to stop the vehicle. One report describes additional electronic malfunctions, such as doors locking and windows rolling down independently. These issues are noted at low mileage, around 5,000 miles, and may involve safety implications due to potential loss of braking control. Buyers should be aware of these reported symptoms when considering this vehicle.

Owner complaints2

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

Owners report issues with missing forward collision avoidance features in the 2022 Audi Q5, leading to safety concerns. Complaints frequently mention the absence of critical safety equipment such as adaptive cruise control, side assist, and rear cross traffic alert, which owners expected to be standard. One report details a crash involving two mailboxes and a car, with the owner noting the emergency braking system did not activate. These issues are noted within the first six months of ownership, and the lack of expected safety systems is a key point of dissatisfaction. Potential buyers should verify the presence of desired safety features, as some vehicles may lack them despite being perceived as standard.

Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports

Owner complaints2

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Owners of the 2022 Audi Q5 report issues with unintended acceleration, particularly during low-speed maneuvers such as parking or turning. In both cases, drivers describe the vehicle accelerating unexpectedly, leading to crashes. One incident occurred shortly after a repair to the vehicle's ACC sensor/module, while the other followed a routine oil change. The complaints involve vehicles with mileage around 20,000 and result in significant damage, including one instance where airbags deployed and a driver sustained a serious back injury. These reports highlight potential safety risks associated with loss of vehicle control.

Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports

2022 Q5 recalls (8)

Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2022 Q5. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

ENGINENHTSA 25V294000May 7, 2025
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.
Consequence: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V080000Feb 12, 2025
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Consequence: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased recall. Phase 1 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include Owner letters 2021-2024 model year vehicles, and Phase 3 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed February 28, 2025, and May 7, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V898.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 24V898000Nov 27, 2024
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Consequence: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V080.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 23V842000Dec 13, 2023
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Consequence: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGNHTSA 22V753000Oct 7, 2022
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Consequence: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGNHTSA 22V368000May 23, 2022
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall.
Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURENHTSA 21V947000Dec 8, 2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Consequence: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 21V825000Oct 20, 2021
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.

Used-market value

2022 Audi Q5 resale snapshot

49.3%estimated value retained after 5 years

155listings in the model-level benchmark

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2022 Audi Q5 on the road

63,770 2022 Audi Q5 units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.

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Reliability verdict for the 2022 Audi Q5

The 2022 Audi Q5 scores below the segment average for reliability, indicating an elevated risk of issues. The vehicle has a notably high number of recalls, suggesting potential systemic concerns. Complaints are distributed across several areas, with the electrical system being the most frequently reported issue, followed by engine and powertrain problems. This distribution implies no single dominant problem but rather a range of potential concerns.

The elevated recall count and the spread of complaints across critical systems underscore a higher-than-average risk for prospective buyers. While the Q5 offers appealing features, the reliability data suggests caution. Overall, the 2022 Audi Q5 presents an elevated reliability risk compared to its peers.

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2022 Audi Q5 — Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Audi Q5 reliable?

How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q5 have?

8 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2022 Audi Q5. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.

What are the most common 2022 Audi Q5 problems?

The most-reported 2022 Audi Q5 problem areas are: Electrical System (10), Unknown Or Other (6), Engine (6).

Should I run a VIN check on a 2022 Audi Q5?

Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2022 Audi Q5, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.