Used Audi A5: Inspection checklist
Pick the model year you are going to see. Each sheet lists the checks for the problems owners reported on that year, in the order you would do them at the car. Owners filed 91 complaints across these 6 years; the 2020 drew the most.
Choose a model year
2025
Few owner complaints
1 complaint0 recallsOpen checklist
2022
Fewest complaintsMost reported: wheels and tires
5 complaints2 recallsOpen checklist
2021
Most reported: electrical
7 complaints5 recallsOpen checklist
2020
Most complaintsMost reported: electrical
60 complaints4 recallsOpen checklist
2019
Most reported: steering
12 complaints3 recallsOpen checklist
2018
Most reported: engine
6 complaints0 recallsOpen checklist
Problems that follow the A5 from year to year
Each of these is a top-three complaint area in at least two model years. Darker cells mean more complaints that year. Whatever year you are looking at, give these extra time.
| Area | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2025 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 2 | 2 | 41 | 2 | 47 |
A5 generations and updates
First years of a new generation and mid-cycle updates are marked. Each year links to its checklist.
Second generation
2018–2024
2022 update: Minor aesthetic updates.; New multimedia features.
Mileages where A5 problems start
From owner reports for each model year, lowest mileage first. Compare these with the odometer of the car you are seeing.
| Typical mileage | Problem | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000–3,000 miles | Engine stall | 2025 |
Every A5 recall to confirm
8 recalls cover the A5years on this site. Open a campaign number for NHTSA's full notice. 4 campaigns span more than one model year.
