2010 AUDI A5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
37
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
40
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2010 AUDI A5
The 2010 AUDI A5 has received a total of 37 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 40 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Air Bags (14 complaints), Engine (9 complaints), and Structurebody (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2010 AUDI A5
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 AUDI A5. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2010 AUDI A5
37 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 AUDI A5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspensionfront | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2010 Audi A5. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the failure could be related to the catalytic converter, but a diagnostic test was not performed. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced, but the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that her son inspected the vehicle and discovered that all the fluids were low. The fluids were topped off to the proper level. The warning light disappeared; however, the check engine warning light was illuminated a month later. The contact stated that her son completed a diagnostic test and retrieved a fault code for a defective catalytic converter. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,960.
I BOUGHT THE CAR USED AND WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH OF PURCHASE AND TO START PUTTING AN ADDITIONAL 1QT OF OIL ON EVERY 1000 MILES...NOW FEW MINTS LATER I HAVE TO DO THAT MORE OFTEN ON EVERY 500MILES... AND RECENTLY I HAD TO ADD COOLING AND NOW THIS HAS BEEN AN NEW ISSUE... MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE FOR MY CAR AND HE IS SURPRISED AUDI HASN'T DONE A RECALL ON IT. MY CAR IS UNDER 90K AND MAY REQUIRE AN ENGINE CHANGE FOR OVER $3-4K. THAT'S NOT RIGHT!
CAR RUNS OUT OF ENGINE OIL WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS OF OIL CHANGE, I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL THREE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 2.5 MONTHS.
CAR RUNS OUT OF ENGINE OIL WITHIN 2 TO 3 WEEKS OF OIL CHANGE, I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL THREE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF 2.5 MONTHS.
WHEN THERE IS SIGNIFICANT MOISTURE IN THE AIR THE TURN SIGNALS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY. AN INTENDED RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WILL CAUSE THE LEFT SIGNAL TO FIRE INSTEAD, BUT IT WILL ALSO ERRATICALLY FIRE THE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL. THE ISSUE TENDS TO REDUCE IN FREQUENCY THE LONGER THE CAR IS RUNNING. I READ ON AN AUDI OWNERS FORUM THAT THE BLINKER SWITCH IS AFFECTED BY HIGH MOISTURE AND CAUSES THIS ISSUE IN 2008-2010 MODELS.
Safety Rating for the 2010 AUDI A5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 AUDI A5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 AUDI A5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 40 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 AUDI A5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A0024852021205_8 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This bulletin provides information on the ordering procedures for VIN Plates, and Safety Certification labels.
01133020270825 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
DTC P0234 (Turbo/Super Charger Overboost Condition) is stored in the engine control module, J623 (address word 01). No other DTCs are stored. Technical Background DTC P0234 can be set inadvertently by the software application.
A571738 2017082- — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has been disconnected or replaced.
A011701 2033001- — ENGINE
This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
A24165320440031 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN EXPLAINS HOW TO DIAGNOSE AND REPAIR ISSUES WITH THE INTAKE MANIFOLD FLAP VALVE N316.
A911589 2017425- — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-30 dated April 7, 2014. On generation III Concert and Symphony radios, the control knob or volume knob is broken or loose. Knobs may be damaged by outside influence.
A851422 2033596- — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 85 number 14-20 dated February 24, 2014. DTCs may be stored in the heating and air conditioning electronics control module. A faulty printed circuit board in the fresh air blower control module and/or the carbon brushes bind in the brush holder and, as a consequence,...
A401443 2035854- — SUSPENSION
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 14-42 dated July 8, 2014. A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces. This noise is heard after the car has been driven for a while and is warmed up, and when the...
AL-20092011 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS, THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY, FOR FUEL INJECTOR REPLACEMENT, HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 10 YRS OR 120,000 MILES, WHICHEVER HAPPENS FIRST. MODEL 2009-2011. *PE
148720267182 — SERVICE BRAKES
One or more fuel injectors may be stuck open, allowing fuel to enter the combustion chamber when the engine is hot. Drop in fuel pressure may cause delayed restart of the engine (?long crank?) and/or rough idle after startup.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 AUDI A5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI A5
- 2008 AUDI A5 — 6 complaints
- 2009 AUDI A5 — 17 complaints
- 2010 AUDI A5 (current)
- 2011 AUDI A5 — 27 complaints
- 2012 AUDI A5 — 25 complaints
- 2013 AUDI A5 — 43 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A5 — 38 complaints
- 2015 AUDI A5 — 11 complaints