2017 Audi SQ5 reliability
NHTSA's file on the 2017 Audi SQ5 holds 5 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most SQ5 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (1 of 5), then Engine and engine cooling (1) and Speed control (1). Those filings include 2 that report a crash.
The 2016 SQ5 has 6 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2018 has 24 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
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 2017 Audi SQ5. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (5 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The contact owns a 2017 Audi SQ5. The contact stated there was excessive heat coming from the engine. Additionally, there was moisture on the water pump. A message stating “Pull Over Immediately” was displayed. The…"
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"THE STEERING SYSTEM FROZE DURING OPERATION. SENSORS INDICATED CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. THERE WAS HEAVY RAIN STORM PRIOR TO THE FAILURE WHICH ALLOWED WATER INTO STEERING RACK MODULE. THIS IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM WITH…"
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"TL THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2017 AUDI SQ5. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE CONCRETE HOLDING THE STREET LIGHT IN FRONT OF THE PARKING SPACE.…"
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"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 (NA) AUDI SQ5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED TO HIS RESIDENCE BY THE DEALER (BEVERLY HILLS AUDI IN BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA) AND WAS PARKED IN FRONT OF THE HOUSE. ON…"
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"DRIVERS VIEW IS LARGELY OBSTRUCTED (YOU COULD LOSE SIGHT OF A CROWD OF PEOPLE) BY THE OUTSIDE MIRRORS. THIS IS AN OBVIOUS DANGER TO ALL PEDESATRIANS CROSSING IN FRONT OF THIS VEHICLE THAT IS TURNING LEFT. AND ALSO…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Audi SQ5 SUV AWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
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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| SQ5 | 3L, 6-cyl | Automatic (8-speed) | All-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 19 MPG | $4200 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Recall 15V452000 covers certain 2014-2015 Audi SQ5 models where the electric power steering system may fail as described in NHTSA's campaign text; dealers perform the listed remedy.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Audi SQ5 reliable?
NHTSA's file on the 2017 Audi SQ5 holds 5 complaints after 10 years, a rate of 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most SQ5 years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2017 Audi SQ5?
The complaints owners file most often name Electrical system (1 of 5), then Engine and engine cooling (1) and Speed control (1). Those filings include 2 that report a crash.
Is the 2017 Audi SQ5 more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2016 SQ5 has 6 complaints, 1 per year, and the 2018 has 24 complaints, 2 per year. The 2017 has about the same number of complaints per year as the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
Has the 2017 Audi SQ5 been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2017 Audi SQ5.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Audi SQ5?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2017 Audi SQ5 with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2017 Audi SQ5 get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Audi SQ5 is 19 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What SQ5 generations does this site track?
8R (2014-2017) and FY (2018-on).
What does recall 18V369000 cover on the FY SQ5?
Certain 2018 Audi SQ5 and Q5 vehicles (with several Volkswagen models): brake caliper pistons may have insufficient coating, which can reduce brake performance.
Is oil specified on this SQ5 record yet?
Not yet with a sourced US fill — confirm Audi/VW oil spec from the filler cap and owner’s manual for your engine.