NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback Safety Ratings
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback achieves an exceptional safety profile, earning a perfect 100/100 on the NHTSA Safety Index. This score reflects zero recalls and zero owner complaints on file with NHTSA, alongside perfect scores in all three index pillars. The available federal data indicate a robust safety performance for this model year.
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback received a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100 and a 5-star NHTSA rollover rating, according to federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.9% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback?
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback achieves an Exceptional rating, with a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100. This score mirrors the 2022 model year, a notable consistency sustained by the absence of new recalls or owner complaints. Its perfect 20 out of 20 in defect record reflects this clean slate. In avoidance technology, the RS 5 Sportback scores 10 out of 10. This is attributed to the standard inclusion of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. The only NHTSA crash dimension tested for this model year is rollover. Here, the RS 5 Sportback earned 5 out of 5 stars, with a 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" outcome. The crash protection score of 70 out of 70 is derived from this strong rollover performance and the integrated avoidance technologies. It is important to note that the 2023 RS 5 Sportback did not undergo NHTSA frontal or side crash testing, meaning a full NCAP battery is not available for direct comparison to vehicles with more comprehensive testing.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback did not undergo full crash-test evaluations by NHTSA. The agency elected not to conduct overall, frontal, or side crash tests for this model year. Its rollover rating, however, stands at a full 5 out of 5 stars, indicating strong performance in this area. This result includes a 10 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" outcome in dynamic testing.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18508
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback have any recalls?
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components were flagged, and no park-outside or do-not-drive advisory was issued for this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check, as campaigns can be added after a vehicle enters the used market.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback?
NHTSA records zero owner complaints for the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback. No reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths appear in the federal database. There are no top complaint components to cite, and no unverified allegations of any kind are currently on file.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback?
As a 3-year-old vehicle, the 2023 RS 5 Sportback enters the used market with a clean slate regarding open recall campaigns. However, prospective buyers should always verify a specific vehicle's VIN through NHTSA's database, as new filings can emerge, and confirming remedy completion at a franchised dealer is paramount.
- The 2023 model year carries zero NHTSA recall campaigns, a clean defect record that contributes a full 20 out of 20 to its Safety Index pillar.
- NHTSA did not conduct overall, frontal, or side NCAP crash tests on this specific model year, so those ratings are not rated rather than absent scores.
- The rollover rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, is the only NHTSA crash-test figure available for this year.
- Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard on the 2023 RS 5 Sportback, earning a full 10 out of 10 in the avoidance-technology pillar.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback places
The 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback safety questions
Was the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 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 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback earned 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.9%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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Other RS 5 Sportback years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Maxima | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18508), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi RS 5 Sportback 2023.
- 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 1 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- 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.