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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2026 Audi Sq5 Sportback

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
0Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE AUDI SQ5 SPORTBACK

The Audi SQ5 Sportback is a performance-oriented compact luxury SUV with a sleek fastback roofline that sets it apart from the standard SQ5. Aimed at buyers who want the practicality of a raised crossover paired with sport-sedan aesthetics and a spirited driving character, it sits near the top of Audi's Q5 lineup and competes in a crowded but demanding segment of the premium market.

VERDICT

The 2026 Audi Sq5 Sportback has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 0 owner complaints on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the SQ5 Sportback as one of the more engaging and visually distinctive entries in the compact luxury SUV segment, praising its composed handling and premium interior. Most agree it prioritizes driving dynamics and style, and they tend to recommend it to buyers who value those qualities, though some note the fastback roofline slightly compromises rear-seat headroom and cargo versatility.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Audi Sq5 Sportback at NHTSA as of 2026-07-03. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths

Other Sq5 Sportback years

Last verified 2026-07-03. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Audi Sq5 Sportback 2026. Methodology · Disclosure