2012 Audi Q5 vs 2012 Jeep Wrangler
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 | 2012 Audi Q5 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 168 | 831 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,272 | 244 |
| Investigations | 0 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 72,000 mi | 44,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 282 |
| Engine | 47 | 172 |
| Air Bags | 85 | 128 |
| Steering | 1 | 204 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 147 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 20 | 42 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 43 |
| Structure | 9 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 17 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 58 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 44 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 60 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 32 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 26 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 19 |
2012 Audi Q5
2012 Jeep Wrangler
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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.