Buying a used 2019 Audi Q5? Check these 5 recalls first
The 2019 drops the caliper recall that hit the 2018 but keeps the critical brake master cylinder failure, along with a possibly damaged passenger airbag and engine power loss; two trim recalls are minor. Complaints total 50 unverified NHTSA reports, a much smaller count than 2018, though they include five crashes and six injuries. Electrical leads, with engine, service brakes and steering close behind — brakes and engine overlapping the recall topics.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Ask for the master cylinder recall record and check for a soft or sinking brake pedal.
- Verify the passenger airbag recall inspection or replacement was completed.
- Ask whether the car has lost power or gone into limp mode, and have fault codes scanned.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Audi Q5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q5 and SQ5 brake master cylinder may fail | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | critical |
| Audi Q5 and SQ5 passenger airbag may be damaged | AIR Bags | high |
| Audi Q5 and SQ5 can lose engine power | Electrical System | high |
| Audi Q5 and SQ5 wheel arch trim can detach | Wheels | medium |
| Audi Q5 and SQ5 rear wheel trim can fall off | Structure | low |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
50 complaints filed for this model year, including 5 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 6 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 | Yes |
| Engine | 8 | None found |
| Brakes | 7 | Yes |
| Steering | 7 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 5 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 5 | None found |