2018 Model Year

Audi A5

NHTSA Complaints & Reliability Data

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Complaints
6
Recalls
5
Crashes
0
Severe
0

Top Problem Areas

Most commonly reported issues

Active Recalls

Manufacturer safety recalls

19V547000 Jul 2019

Other

No consequence data available

18V893000 Dec 2018

Other

No consequence data available

18V836000 Nov 2018

Other

No consequence data available

17V822000 Dec 2017

Other

No consequence data available

17V675000 Oct 2017

Other

No consequence data available

Recent Complaints

Latest owner reports

Electrical System
Nov 2026

I turned on my car and several malfunctions came on the dash,and would not start and went in limp mode. A local mechanic stated it's the electrical co...

Electrical System
Feb 2026

The MMI ( main screen) system randomly reboots every 5 minutes, even when using CarPlay, which is unsafe. Please check it out. Thank you!

Engine
Sep 2025

I own a 2018 Audi A5. Many critical cooling system parts — including the thermostat housing, water pump housing, radiator end tanks, breather tubes, a...

Power Train
Aug 2025

The water pump failed on my vehicle. Initially reported 2/2025 at Authorized Audi Service Center. They claimed it was normal for coolant to dip. Aud...

Engine
Jul 2025

The vehicle has 36000 miles on it and the oil cooler has failed. The car is meticulously maintained. This failure compromises the ability for the en...

Engine
Jun 2025

Engine shuts off occasionally whilst cornering at very low speed. No warning. Been happening for several years.

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Data updated: March 5, 2026

Summary

The 2018 Audi A5 has 6 complaints and 5 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue is Engine.

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