NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Audi Q5 Sportback Safety Ratings
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 5 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback earns an Exceptional rating, with a NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100. This score reflects strong NHTSA crash-test results and a comprehensive suite of standard crash-avoidance technology. However, five recall campaigns temper an otherwise high safety profile for this model year.
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback received a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100 and an NHTSA overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 135 SUVs from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback ranks 28 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 4 stars |
| Rollover risk | 16.4% |
| Recalls on file | 5 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 28 of 135 SUVs tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback?
The 2022 Q5 Sportback, while still an exceptional performer in our Safety Index with a score of 91 out of 100, shows a four-point decline from the 2021 model's 95. This decrease directly reflects a significant increase in recall activity for the 2022 model year. Crash protection remains robust, contributing 66 of a possible 70 points, and the standard fitment of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control ensured a perfect 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology. However, the defect record component scored 15 out of 20 due to five distinct recall campaigns. These recalls target critical systems: the engine, engine cooling system, engine control module, body control module, and backup camera, indicating a wider array of potential issues compared to previous years. It should be noted that NHTSA records show zero owner complaints for this model year, a positive sign, but one that does not alter the impact of the five recalls on its overall Safety Index score.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback earns an overall 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA, with matching 5-star scores for both frontal and side impact protection. Its rollover resistance is rated at 4 out of 5 stars, presenting a 16 percent risk of rollover. In dynamic testing, the Q5 Sportback exhibited no tip.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16575
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback have any recalls?
Yes, five recall campaigns cover this model year. Components addressed include the cylinder head cover (engine), internal engine hard parts, the engine control module, the body control module, and the backup camera sensing system. None of the five campaigns in the data are flagged as park-outside or do-not-drive orders, but owners should verify remedy status by VIN through NHTSA.
ENGINE25V294000
Risk: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
Reported 2025-05-07
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL22V753000
Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).
Reported 2022-10-07
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)22V368000
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 24iH.
Reported 2022-05-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM21V947000
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
Reported 2021-12-08
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA21V825000
Risk: A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
Reported 2021-10-20
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback. No crashes, fires, injuries, or fatalities have been alleged. There are no top components to report. Because complaints are unverified consumer allegations, the absence of filings is noted but does not constitute an independent safety determination.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback?
Five recall campaigns stand on record for the 2022 Q5 Sportback, making VIN verification and recall clearance a critical safety measure for any prospective buyer.
- The 2022 model year Safety Index of 91/100 represents a four-point decline from the 2021 score of 95/100, driven by a defect record subscore of 15 out of 20 tied directly to five active recall campaigns.
- All five recalls involve distinct vehicle systems: the cylinder head cover, internal engine hard parts, the engine control module, the body control module, and the backup camera sensing system, making VIN-level remedy verification especially important for this year.
- NHTSA crash testing returned a 5-star overall rating, with frontal and side categories also at 5 stars; the rollover category scored 4 stars with a 16 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result on the dynamic test.
- Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard on this model year, earning a perfect 10 out of 10 in the avoidance technology component of the Safety Index.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback places
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Audi Q5 Sportback safety questions
Was the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 4 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 16.4%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Q5 Sportback years
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| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Tesla Model Y 5-Seat | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Infiniti Qx55 | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Encore GX | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Buick Envision | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Murano | 95/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | 94/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16575), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi Q5 Sportback 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 28 of 135 in the SUV class for 2022.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.