Is the Audi A5 Reliable?
2008–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Audi A5 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2025 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 0 | 5 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2023 | 0 | 6 | — | — | 94 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 1 | — | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 3 | 49 | — | 3 | 31 | Poor |
| 2019 | 2 | 8 | — | — | 82 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 3 | 21 | 1 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2017 | 1 | 3 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the A5 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The A5 scores 13 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Audi A5 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 101 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Audi A5 reliable?+
The Audi A5 scores 80/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 15 recall campaigns and 101 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year A5 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2024 A5 achieved the highest reliability score of 95/100 with 0 recalls and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a A5 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Audi A5 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used A5 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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