2011 Audi Q5 vs 2011 Ford Flex
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 | 2011 Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 142 | 144 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,195 | 45 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,000 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Ford Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 67 | 2 |
| Engine | 42 | 25 |
| Steering | 3 | 57 |
| Power Train | 12 | 19 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 25 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 13 | 0 |
| Stalling | 10 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 10 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2011 Audi Q5
2011 Ford Flex
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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.