2024 Audi SQ5 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What is the 2024 Audi SQ5 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Audi SQ5 crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

Q: What gas mileage does the 2024 Audi SQ5 get?

The 2024 Audi SQ5 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (19 city / 24 highway).

2024 Audi SQ5 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints6

Combined21 mpg

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

2024 Audi SQ5 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2024 Audi SQ5.

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.

2024 Audi SQ5 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Lane Departure

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2024 Audi SQ5 safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Rollover risk: 16.4% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2024 Audi SQ5 SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2024 Audi SQ5 MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway24 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,900

EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Forced inductionTurbocharged

Engine start-stopYes

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2024 Audi SQ5 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500

Fuel only$19,500

Per mile$0.26

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

184.3–184.6 in

Width

74.4 in

Height

65.4 in

Wheelbase

111.0 in

Curb weight

4,266–4,398 lb

Front track

63.8 in

Rear track

63.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2024 Audi SQ5 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 719

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 719.

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

Bulletin TSB_2052680_2 · Sep 2026

This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on, EVAP pressure/temp sensor incorrect DTC displayed: P202400, P045000, P045200, P24D600, P24D800, P2B7B00.

Bulletin TSB_2069531_2 · Engine · 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 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 about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.

Bulletin TSB_2074846_5 · 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

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SQ5 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Audi SQ5

The Audi Q5 is a series of compact luxury crossover SUVs produced by the German luxury car manufacturer Audi from 2008. The original first-generation model was the third member of the B8 family to be released after the Audi A5 and fourth-generation A4, all being based on the Audi MLB platform. The second generation Q5 debuted in 2018 and shares the Audi MLB Evo platform with the corresponding B9 versions of the A4 and A5.

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

2024 Audi SQ5 vehicles on record

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2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFY5S2032895

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFYXS2023979

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2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY4R2087798

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2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY8R2101511

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFYXR2089832

2024 Audi SQ5WA1C4AFY4R2126653

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFY6R2119618

2024 Audi SQ5WA1C4AFY1R2150697

2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY7R2147248

2024 Audi SQ5WAUZZZFYXR2119199

2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY2R2088187

2024 Audi SQ5WA1A4AFY4R2077901

2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY6R2104522

2024 Audi SQ5WA124AFY0R2138097

2024 Audi SQ5WA1C4AFY7R2062334

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFY5R2063431

2024 Audi SQ5WA1C4AFY2R2070096

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFY4R2123568

2024 Audi SQ5WA1B4AFY2R2135377

Other Audi SQ5 model years

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2024 Audi SQ5 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2024 Audi SQ5 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2024 Audi SQ5. 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 2024 Audi SQ5?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are forward collision avoidance, suspension, power train.

What is the 2024 Audi SQ5 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2024 Audi SQ5 crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2024 Audi SQ5 get?

The 2024 Audi SQ5 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (19 city / 24 highway).

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