Model year guide

2021 Audi Q5 E

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2021 Audi Q5 E is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 13 on record.

2021 Audi Q5 E — representative photo
Representative photo

2021 Audi Q5 E at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints29

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2021 Audi Q5 E recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2021 Audi Q5 E.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2021 Audi Q5 E common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 483

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 483.

This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the starter/generator drive belt is noisy or came off.

Bulletin TSB_2083393_1 · Engine · Sep 2026

This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has flooded, and specify the height to which the vehicle has been flooded.

Bulletin TSB_2083409_1 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is a warning message in the instrument cluster about external sound.

Bulletin TSB_2083385_1 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides service information regarding exterior glass cleaning.

Bulletin TSB_2020552_15 · Visibility/wiper · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides informaiton when DTC B200FF0 is stored.

Bulletin TSB_2065871_4 · Steering · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the rear parking sensor sometimes does not work, rear parking sensor loose, rear parking sensor fault message.

Bulletin TSB_2068573_6 · Electrical System · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information about billing for a broken sunroof glass panel.

Bulletin TSB_2078648_4 · Structure · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.

Bulletin TSB_2030471_9 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when there are stails/marks on the sill panel trim.

Bulletin TSB_2073860_2 · Structure · Sep 2026

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the Q5 E. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2021 Audi Q5 E vehicles on record

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2021 Audi Q5 E — frequently asked questions

Does the 2021 Audi Q5 E have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2021 Audi Q5 E. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Audi Q5 E?

Across all 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, engine.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.