Model year guide

2010 Audi S5

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Audi S5 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 20 on record.

2010 Audi S5 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Audi S5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints20
Combined17–19 mpg
Typical price$26,392

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

2010 Audi S5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Audi S5.

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.

2010 Audi S5 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 20 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.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
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.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Audi S5 MPG & running costs

Combined17–19 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,600
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Passenger volume84 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$11,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2010 Audi S5 worth?

Low
$20,900
Typical price
$26,392
High
$30,900

From 14 comparable 2010 Audi S5 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Audi S5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$23,000
Fuel only$23,000
Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
182.7 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
53.9 in
Wheelbase
108.3 in
Curb weight
3,737–4,134 lb
Front track
61.8 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2010 Audi S5 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 640

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 640.

This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).

Bulletin TSB_2069078_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.

Bulletin TSB_2072304_4 · Service Brakes · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.

Bulletin TSB_2079732_2 · Aug 2026

This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the headlight when the dipped beam is switched on.

Bulletin TSB_2073282_1 · Structure · Jul 2026

This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

Bulletin TSB_2070568_6 · Apr 2026

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

Bulletin TSB_2024323_13 · Electrical System · Mar 2026

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.

Bulletin TSB_2024323_12 · Electrical System · Mar 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.

Bulletin TSB_2060750_5 · Engine · Jan 2026

This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_4 · Steering · Jan 2026

This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.

Bulletin TSB_2018187_18 · Electrical System · Dec 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the S5 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2010 Audi S5. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

On certain vehicles, long-term exposure to high absolute humidity and temperature, combined with high temperature cycling, could eventually degrade the propellant contained in the driver frontal airbag. This could cause the airbag to deploy with more force than normal. As a result, if the vehicle were involved in a collision that warrants airbag deployment, fragments could be p…

Transport Canada #2018059 · Jan 2018

Airbag

On certain vehicles, the driver frontal airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during airbag deployment. Increased pressure may cause the inflator to rupture, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. This could also damage the airbag module, which could prevent proper deployment. Failure of the airba…

Transport Canada #2016064 · Feb 2016

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Audi S5

The Audi S5 is one of two high-performance variants of Audi's A5. The B8 and B9 generations were marketed as the coupé, cabriolet, and five-door fastback sedan versions of the B8 and B9 Audi S4 saloon and estate models, while the B10 S5 is the direct replacement of the B9 S4 models.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2010 Audi S5 trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium Plus quattro · quattro Premium Plus · 3.0T Premium Plus quattro · quattro Prestige
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl 354 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 299 hp

2010 Audi S5 vehicles on record

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Other Audi S5 model years

2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2009 2008 2007

2010 Audi S5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Audi S5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2010 Audi S5. 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 2010 Audi S5?

Across all 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Audi S5 get?

The 2010 Audi S5 has U.S. EPA estimates of 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2010 Audi S5 worth?

Comparable 2010 Audi S5 listings run roughly $20,900–$30,900, typically around $26,392 (from 14 vehicles).

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