2014 Audi S5 reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2014 Audi S5 holds 6 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is more complaints per year than most S5 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (2 of 6), then Fuel and propulsion system (2) and Powertrain (2).
The 2013 S5 has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 2 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 Audi S5. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (6 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2014 Audi S5. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was a Control Area Network (CAN) bus system unit TCM error, power brake, and engine failure. The TPMS warning light was…"
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"Steering Defective - Do Not Drive Vehicle warning on cluster. Almost impossible to turn steering wheel. Thank goodness did not happen at highway speed. Only 50k miles. YMM not one in the extended warranty that was…"
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"Backup camera, and MMI SYSTEM DONT WORK GOOGLE MAP,suspension front has been replaced at 90k miles"
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"Whenever the ambient temperature outside goes above 95F degrees or I sit in traffic for long periods of time the shuts off. Other times it stalls. There are no warning lamps that turn on to warn of impending shut off.…"
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"I WAS DRIVING IN A CONSTRUCTION ZONE NEAR MY HOME IN HEAVY TRAFFIC IN RUSH HOUR ON AUGUST 21, 2019, WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED DEAD WITH NO WARNING; THE ENGINE SIMPLY CUT OFF. IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE CAR BEHIND MANAGED…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2014 Audi S5 2 DR AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2014 Audi S5 C AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
| 2014 Audi S5 C FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| S5 | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-wheel drive | 18 | 28 | 21 MPG | $3800 |
| S5 | 3L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | All-wheel drive | 17 | 26 | 20 MPG | $4000 |
| S5 Cabriolet | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-wheel drive | 18 | 26 | 21 MPG | $3800 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 15V019000 covers certain 2011-2012 Audi S5 models (with S4, Q7, and 2012 A6/A7) for a fuel rail concern that can leak fuel as stated in NHTSA's summary.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Audi S5 reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2014 Audi S5 holds 6 complaints after 13 years, a rate of 0 per year. That is more complaints per year than most S5 years here — over the median of the other years, which is 0. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2014 Audi S5?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (2 of 6), then Fuel and propulsion system (2) and Powertrain (2).
Is the 2014 Audi S5 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 S5 has 16 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2015 has 2 complaints, 0 per year. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2015.
Has the 2014 Audi S5 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2014 Audi S5.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Audi S5?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2014 Audi S5 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2014 Audi S5 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 Audi S5 is 20.7 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What engine oil does an Audi S5 use?
B8 S5 models commonly use 5W-30/5W-40 (~7.2 qt); B9 models commonly list 0W-20 (~7.6 qt).
What tire sizes does an Audi S5 use?
OEM sizes commonly include 245/40R18 and 255/35R19 depending on wheel package.
What fuel-rail recall covers certain early S5 models?
Recall 15V019000 covers certain 2011-2012 Audi S5 models (with S4, Q7, and 2012 A6/A7) for a fuel-rail concern that can leak fuel.