2011 Audi Q5 vs 2012 Audi Q5
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Audi Q5 | 2012 Audi Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 142 | 168 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,195 | 1,272 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 72,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Audi Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 67 | 85 |
| Engine | 42 | 47 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 20 |
| Power Train | 12 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 5 |
| Structure | 3 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 13 | 17 |
| Stalling | 10 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 5 |
2011 Audi Q5
2012 Audi Q5
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.