2011 AUDI A5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
27
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
42
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 AUDI A5
The 2011 AUDI A5 has received a total of 27 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 42 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 (13 complaints), Engine (6 complaints), and Power Train (4 complaints).
Recalls for the 2011 AUDI A5
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 AUDI A5. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2011 AUDI A5
27 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 AUDI A5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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Earlier models were recalled for defective air bag modules. My 2011 A5 was not recalled but the air bag module failed in exactly the same way as earlier models. The modules were not upgraded and perhaps the newer models should be included in recall. I have an invoice for $1443.45 from the dealer. Thanks.
There was a fuel odor permeating in the vehicle, and the further I drove, the more intense was the gasoline smell. I pulled into a strip mall and turned off the engine for fear of a fire or explosion. I immediately called and requested the car be towed to my mechanic. My mechanic diagnosed the problem the next day as a cracked fuel pump housing. There were no warning lights at all. Given the location of the fuel pump, how does this dangerous incident happen?
Audi has recalled a5 until 2009 for defective air bag modules, ie power supply. My 2011 has the same problem but not covered by recall. Why not? Very dangerous condition. Thank you.
Driving down the road, my sunroof "exploded" today. Only damage was to the sunroof itself but very scary. Felt like an explosion, fortunately did no have any accident associated with this. Less likely anything dropped from above. Weather was good today.
Safety Rating for the 2011 AUDI A5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 AUDI A5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 AUDI A5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 42 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 AUDI A5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A4824612034351_1 — STEERING:COLUMN
This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column when steering slowly.
A0120882033001_2 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
A24165420440032 — 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.
A941564 2017806- — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 15-60 dated February 12, 2015. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle lights: malfunction". DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly.
37 14 35 2032812 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Further transmission control module (TCM), J217, software calibration needed to improve shift concerns. Further engine control module (ECM), J623, software calibration needed to improve hesitation. Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts.
37143520328126 — POWER TRAIN
Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
37 14 34 2028985 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Transmission warning may appear in instrument cluster. After ignition cycle, the warning message is no longer present. The fault occurs with ATF temperature below 60o C. Check for this temperature range in the extended environmental conditions of the diagnosis protocol. This TSB only applies if the ATF level is correct...
37143220328125 — POWER TRAIN
Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
A371429 2029027- — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-17 dated September 11, 2013. Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated. In some cases, the vehicle will not move after being started and placed into gear. After key cycle, the vehicle drives without restriction. DTCs are stored in the transmission control...
37 14 29 2029027 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated. In some cases, the vehicle will not move after being started and placed into gear. After key cycle, the vehicle drives without restriction. The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 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 — 37 complaints
- 2011 AUDI A5 (current)
- 2012 AUDI A5 — 25 complaints
- 2013 AUDI A5 — 43 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A5 — 38 complaints
- 2015 AUDI A5 — 11 complaints
- 2016 AUDI A5 — 9 complaints