2015 AUDI A5 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
11
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
14
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 AUDI A5
The 2015 AUDI A5 has received a total of 11 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (3 complaints), Fuelpropulsion System (2 complaints), and Engine (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 AUDI A5
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 AUDI A5, potentially affecting up to 902,647 vehicles.
Recall 18V229000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
| 342,867 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat...
Consequence: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional...
View full details →Recall 17V622000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 216,913 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Consequence: The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are...
View full details →Recall 17V002000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
| 342,867 vehicles affected
Defect: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Consequence: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017....
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 AUDI A5
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 AUDI A5. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
After purchasing the vehicle on 8/2/25, I discovered it had outstanding safety recalls that were neither addressed nor disclosed by the dealership at the time of sale. I have since taken steps to fix these safety issues, but the dealer’s failure to inform me or resolve the recalls before the sale put me at unnecessary risk. I urge the NHTSA to review the dealership’s records from 8/2/25 to hold them accountable for selling a vehicle with unresolved safety defects that compromised my safety. It is not allowing me to add case card with report, only case card available as of today.
After purchasing the vehicle on 8/2/25, I discovered it had outstanding safety recalls that were neither addressed nor disclosed by the dealership at the time of sale. I have since taken steps to fix these safety issues, but the dealer’s failure to inform me or resolve the recalls before the sale put me at unnecessary risk. I urge the NHTSA to review the dealership’s records from 8/2/25 to hold them accountable for selling a vehicle with unresolved safety defects that compromised my safety. It is not allowing me to add case card with report, only case card available as of today.
After purchasing the vehicle on 8/2/25, I discovered it had outstanding safety recalls that were neither addressed nor disclosed by the dealership at the time of sale. I have since taken steps to fix these safety issues, but the dealer’s failure to inform me or resolve the recalls before the sale put me at unnecessary risk. I urge the NHTSA to review the dealership’s records from 8/2/25 to hold them accountable for selling a vehicle with unresolved safety defects that compromised my safety. It is not allowing me to add case card with report, only case card available as of today.
The contact owns a 2015 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 25,000.
The water pump system is leaking, and also the after water pump is malfunctioning. I was in danger when driving and the "turn off engine and check coolant levels" warning light message turned on. The engine was very hot and I was at risk of a fire. The issue has been confirmed by an auto repair shop for audis, that was close to me. They sent me a detailed diagnostic. I also have a recall letter for the water pump, that I got in the mail a few days ago, so I'm looking to be paid the cost of this repairs. Thank you
Safety Rating for the 2015 AUDI A5
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 AUDI A5 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 AUDI A5
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 AUDI A5. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
A94168220175666 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE BULLETIN STATES A NORMAL FUNCTION OF THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND HOW TO FIX BUT NOT REPLACE. DEALER IS TO ADVISE CUSTOMER ON WHY THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH PRESSES IN.
A201556 2041594- — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-55 dated November 6, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P046100 (Fuel level sensor, circuit range/performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM).
2015 A5 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TSB-96-15-98 — LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
AUDI: SOME VEHICLES, WHILE DRIVING, WOULD RECEIVE FALSE WARNINGS LIGHTS OF DOOR MIRRORS, OF VEHICLES IN BLIND SPOT WHEN NO VEHICLE IS PRESENT, FROM SIDE ASSIST. SOFTWARE NEED TO BE UPDATED. MODEL 2014-15 A5, S5, RS 5, CABRIOLET. *PE
A011521 2040508- — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
The MIL is on. DTC P046100 is stored in the ECM. DTC P046100 can be caused by miscalculations within the ECM software.
ServiceF — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Inspección previa a la entrega de Audi
2038652/1 — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
TL-VW774 J A — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
A461486 2022584- — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Brake-related vibration and pulsation has several causes that depend on driving style and resulting brake disc temperature, as well as environmental conditions. Both the intensity of the wear of the brake system and the type of wear depend on the operating conditions of the vehicle. The wear of the brake...
MY2015-1 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 AUDI A5
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the AUDI A5
- 2010 AUDI A5 — 37 complaints
- 2011 AUDI A5 — 27 complaints
- 2012 AUDI A5 — 25 complaints
- 2013 AUDI A5 — 43 complaints
- 2014 AUDI A5 — 38 complaints
- 2015 AUDI A5 (current)
- 2016 AUDI A5 — 9 complaints
- 2017 AUDI A5 — 0 complaints
- 2018 AUDI A5 — 46 complaints
- 2019 AUDI A5 — 18 complaints
- 2020 AUDI A5 — 102 complaints