NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Audi Q5
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Audi Q5 is a compact luxury SUV that has anchored Audi's lineup for well over a decade, targeting buyers who want a premium daily driver with genuine refinement. Slotting between entry-level crossovers and larger three-row haulers, the Q5 competes in one of the most contested segments in the market, appealing to professionals and families alike who expect both comfort and credibility.
The 2023 Audi Q5 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 5 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Q5 as one of the more polished and well-rounded entries in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its composed driving character, upscale interior execution, and broad feature set. Most professional assessments position it as a benchmark-level choice for buyers prioritizing refinement, though opinions on value relative to rivals tend to vary.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18528
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY25V080000
Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until th
Reported 2025-02-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY24V898000
Risk: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until th
Reported 2024-11-27
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER24V251000
Risk: A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Reported 2024-04-03
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD23V842000
Risk: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's num
Reported 2023-12-13
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
30 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.