2014 Audi A5: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 29 owner complaints on record; most reports concern engine; the 2015 and 2016 model years look more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Apr 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“1) power steering module failed resulting in steering failing on highway. Car is not available for inspection due to being totaled. Issue was a known service bulletin by Audi however new owners had no way to know it was a life threatening issue. 2) The car lost control when power module failed, steering wheel locked up. 3) Yes 4) insurance and the dealership. The dealership refused to cover it because it was 10years past extended warranty even thought it had less than 125,000 miles. Apparently RAIN affects these units. 5) No.”Owner report · Electrical System · Feb 2025
“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A5. The contact stated that after each rainfall, there was a large amount of water inside the trunk of the vehicle, creating mold inside the trunk. The vehicle was taken to an auto body shop, and holes were discovered in the trunk and were filled. After another rainfall, the vehicle was taken to an Audi dealer, and the dealer stated that the trunk was cleaned, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 151,598.”Owner report · Structure · Jan 2025
“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A5. The contact stated that a burn spot was discovered on the seat section of the front driver's seat. The contact indicated that days later the burn mark had developed into a tennis ball sized burn hole in the seat cushion. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,000.”Owner report · Seats · Jul 2024
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“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder. The check engine and EPS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with piston #3. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who confirmed the failure with piston #3. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but was unable to assist. The failure mileage was 65,000.”Owner report · Steering · Jul 2023
“Piston 3 imploded causing damage to the long block. Complete engine failure at 65K miles conformed by Audi dealership. You may view the car if you wish. The warning lights appeared the same day the car started malfunctioning. No advanced warning. There are several class action suits in the U.S. with the same issue of complete engine failure on low miles for several Audi models from 2012 - 2017. These cars are meant to run for 150k-200k miles, not completely fail at 65k miles. Cost to repair is $10k - $17k. I would like this to be reviewed for recall. My car is a 2014 Audi A5 2.0 Turbo VIN# WAURFAFR0EA054821”Owner report · Engine · Jul 2023
“Jack failed while using to lift car. The "teeth" (hidden underneath the silver body mounting point) which engage the left and right halves of the jack scissors had become mashed up, and slipped a notch or two, suddenly dropping the car downwards. Yes I have the part for inspection. Audi Seattle service department said my only alternative through them was ordering a new one for full price. Yes they saw the jack.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2023
“The contact owns a 2014 Audi A5. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the oil light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact drove to the local dealer. The dealer informed the contact that many vehicles had experienced oil issues. The oil was topped off. The dealer performed an oil consumption test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,398.”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2022
“I parked my car and when returned show power steering is defectve when I search the defect on internet show several similar cases”Owner report · Steering · Sep 2020
“My vehicle has only 36k miles and has not been through any puddles or potholes. One day I drove my car down the street back to my garage and as I was parking I received a notification "steering defective do not drive". The steering rack and pinion had to be replaced costing $3,000 (part was $2,127). The repair shop indicated that after speaking with audi, they were informed that this part has been superseded 8 times indicating that it was a bad design. There are many cases that I have read online that have the exact same issue. *tr”Owner report · Steering · May 2020
“2014 audi a5 with approx 62k miles. The steering system has begun to offer inconsistent resistance to driver input, which impacts driver's ability to judge the amount of force needed to turn the wheel to the desired position. When turning the wheel from center to either stop, there are several sectors where it feels like the assist is working, and several where the steering gets heavy and hard to turn. The issue occurs at various speeds and while stopped. It seems similar to issues reported with 2013 a4 and a5 models.”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2020
Recalls - 3 campaigns
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.
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 80C5 and 80C6.
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.
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. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
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.
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 to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
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Is the 2014 Audi A5 reliable?
NHTSA has 29 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2014 Audi A5. The most complained-about area is engine.
Does the 2014 Audi A5 have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning electrical system:wiring. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.