Does the 2014 Audi Q5 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2014 Audi Q5, including Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System; Electrical System › Wiring; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2014 Audi Q5 problems?

Owners filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (36), steering (17), fuel/propulsion system (12), structure (10).

How much does a 2014 Audi Q5 cost to own for 5 years?

About $54,972 over 5 years ($916/month) at an estimated $12,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2014 Audi Q5

The 2014 Audi Q5 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $54,972 to own it for five years, or $916 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 106 complaints.

Recalls: 5
Complaints: 106
5-yr cost: $55k
MPG (EPA): 21

Fair

Ownership Score

2014 Audi Q5 vs nearby years

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5 recalls may apply

For the 2014 Audi Q5. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: 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 or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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 to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $12,000 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$54,972

$916/month · $0.92/mile

Depreciation	$3,193
Insurance (national avg.)	$16,200
Fuel / charging	$9,570
Maintenance	$13,763
Repairs	$7,200
Loan interest	$3,326
Taxes & fees	$1,720

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

106 complaints5 involved a crash1 involved a fire

Engine36
Steering17
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Unknown Or Other11
Structure10
Electrical System9

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2014 Audi Q5 SUV AWD

What to check on a used 2014 Audi Q5

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Steering
- Does the car drift or pull on a straight road?
- Turn the wheel lock to lock and listen for clunks or whines.
Body and structure
- Look for uneven gaps, mismatched paint or rust underneath.
- Check that every door, the hood and the trunk latch properly.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2014 Audi Q5 a good car to buy?: The 2014 Audi Q5 earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 55/100. Expect about $54,972 to own it for five years, or $916 a month. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 106 complaints.
Does the 2014 Audi Q5 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2014 Audi Q5, including Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System; Electrical System › Wiring; Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2014 Audi Q5 problems?: Owners filed 106 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (36), steering (17), fuel/propulsion system (12), structure (10).
How much does a 2014 Audi Q5 cost to own for 5 years?: About $54,972 over 5 years ($916/month) at an estimated $12,000 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.