2024 Audi A5 Problems & Complaints

Average2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the A5 at the same age

Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2024 Audi A5 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is about average for the A5 at the same age. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (5 complaints, typically around 17,000 miles).

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0recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2024 Audi A5 problems

  • Electrical system~17,000 miles
    563%
  • Steering
    225%
  • Engine & cooling
    113%
  • Fuel & propulsion system
    113%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroof
    113%
  • Brakes
    113%
  • Speed control & acceleration~17,000 miles
    113%
  • Other / not specified
    113%
  • Transmission & drivetrain~23,000 miles
    113%

Share of the 8 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Audi A5 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Audi A5. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best A5 years: 2017, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 2020, 2010, 2013, 2018, 2014. Compare all years →

What 2024 Audi A5 owners say

Electrical system

The contact owns a 2024 Audi A5. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and started, the vehicle unexpectedly surged forward. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle started independently without driver input. Additionally, the air condition was blowing warm air instead of cold air. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 16,581.

17,000 miles · Feb 2026

Audi's wireless charging pad in 2021-2024 A4/A5/Q5 models: Overheats the phone Triggers a thermal radio throttle iPhone temporarily disables Bluetooth hardware Audi MMI sees that and throws: "Bluetooth function is currently unavailable." Wireless CarPlay collapses because it needs Bluetooth + WiFi Direct Audio goes dead along with it This EXACT sequence is documented across A4/A5/Q3/Q5 forums and Audi service bulletins. The pad is the culprit - not your phone, not the car. When bluetooth and apple car play shut down, so do directions which causes driver to scramble to find phone and follow phone screen which distracts drivers and causes accidents. It happens every time you use the tray after 5-20 minutes. Very scary for older drivers. Would like NHTSA to pressure Audi into a recall and fix the pad at Audi's expense. …

Nov 2025

2024 Audi A5 engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid7-speed dual-clutchAWD26 / 35 / 30

EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Audi A5 a good car?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 A5 rates average: 2.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the A5 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2024 Audi A5?

The electrical system — 5 complaints, 63% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (2) and engine & cooling (1).

How many recalls does the 2024 Audi A5 have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2024 Audi A5. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Audi A5?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2020, 2010, 2013, 2018 and 2014. See the full Audi A5 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2024 Audi A5 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 23,000 miles; 100% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.