2023 Audi Q5 Sportback recalls and problems

The 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback has 2 recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is structure.

How the 2023 compares

Too few model years with complaints to compare.

2recalls
6complaints
1crashes
0fires
2injuries
1,030median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

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2 recalls

Engine

May 7, 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V294000 · 89,417 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Engine

Oct 7, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V753000 · 76,515 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: 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 & notes

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).

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

2023 vs. other Audi Q5 Sportback years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2023. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns covering the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, the latest from May 7, 2025 (engine). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention structure (2), electrical system (1), engine (1). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.