2020 Audi Q5 vs 2021 Audi Q5
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 | 2020 Audi Q5 | 2021 Audi Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,006 | 1,109 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 25–27 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi Q5 | Audi Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 6 | 25 |
| Engine | 4 | 17 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 10 |
| Power Train | 1 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
| Structure | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
2020 Audi Q5
2021 Audi Q5
Compare all Audi Q5 vs Audi Q5 years →
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.