2013 Audi Q5 vs 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Audi Q5 | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,609 | 291 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–26 | 25–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,500 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 35 |
| Steering | 18 | 9 |
| Power Train | 6 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 5 |
| Structure | 8 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 7 | 6 |
| Overheating | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2013 Audi Q5
2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
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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.