2022 Audi A5 Reliability Report
NHTSA data as of Oct 15, 2026Published Oct 19, 2026
Ranks 9th of 16 A5 years we score.
- Owner complaints
- 8
- Per 10,000 cars
- 5.1
- 15,539 made for the U.S.
- Vs the average car
- 0.44×
- same age, 1× is average
- Serious outcomes
- 3
- crash, fire, injury, stall or tow
- Recalls
- 3
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5★
- overall, out of 5
Should You Buy the 2022 Audi A5?
Yes. Our reliability score for the 2022 Audi A5 is 80 out of 100, which rates Excellent. Owners reported about half as many problems as for the average car of the same age. It ranks 9th of the 16 A5 years we score.
The most reported problem is tires, mostly parts breaking or coming apart (4 of 8 complaints). 3 of the 8 complaints describe a serious outcome, such as a crash, a fire, an injury or stalling while driving.
It has 3 recalls. Audi also offers two warranty extensions that may still apply, for problems with the emissions system and driver assistance systems. NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. For comparison, the 2021 scores 81 and the 2023 scores 83.
Before you buy, check that the recalls were done, ask an Audi dealer about warranty extension AWA-23-06 and get an independent inspection. The full checklist is at the end of this page.
Pros
- Excellent reliability score of 80
- About half the problems of the average car its age
- Recent complaints at or below average
- No do-not-drive or park-outside recalls
Cons
- Tires: parts breaking or coming apart4 complaints
How the 2022 A5 Earned Its Score
Every model year starts at 100. Each part takes points away when this year has more problems than the average car of the same age. How we score
| Item | Vs average | Points lost |
|---|---|---|
| Starting score | 100 | |
| Serious problems | 0.42× | −6 |
| Everyday problems | 0.49× | −3 |
| Problems in the last two years | 0.42× | −5 |
| Recalls | 0.93× | −6 |
| Score | 80 |
What Owners Report
We read all 8 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Audi A5, one by one, and grouped them by the problem they describe. The most reported problems come first. A complaint that describes more than one problem is counted under each, so the counts add up to more than 8.
Tires: parts breaking or coming apart
4 complaints (50%)
Parts breaking or coming apart and a failure. 1 of these 4 complaints describes a serious outcome.
Reported Once (5)
Show the 5 problems reported once
- 12V battery: stalling
- Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead
- Power windows or regulator: stopped working
- Sunroof failure
- Transmission: clutch does not engage properly
How the 2022 Audi A5 Compares With Other Years
The other A5 years of the 2nd generation, 2018 to 2025, and the years just before and after it.
| Year | Rating | Score | Vs average | Per 10k cars | Recalls | Most reported problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Too new | – | – | 16.7 | 0 | – |
| 2025 | Not scored | – | – | 22.5 | 2 | Driver-assist camera and radar: works on and off |
| 2024 | Good | 79 | 0.58× | 3.7 | 0 | A/C: stopped working |
| 2023 | Excellent | 83 | 0.38× | 2.8 | 1 | Tires: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2022 This year | Excellent | 80 | 0.44× | 5.1 | 3 | Tires: parts breaking or coming apart |
| 2021 | Excellent | 81 | 0.36× | 4.8 | 5 | Transmission: failure or loss of drive |
| 2020 | Caution | 64 | 3.6× | 114.4 | 4 | Screen and audio: works on and off |
| 2019 | Excellent | 83 | 0.29× | 6.6 | 6 | Automatic emergency braking: hard braking with nothing ahead |
| 2018 | Good | 75 | 0.56× | 13.9 | 8 | Sunroof glass (shattered): shattering or cracking |
| 2017 | Not scored | – | – | 6.2 | 3 | – |
2022 Audi A5 Recalls
Three recalls cover the 2022 Audi A5. The most recent was issued in October 2022: “Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111.” A VIN check at NHTSA shows which are still open on a given car.
Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 22V806000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Oct 26, 2022. By the first quarter of 2025, 89% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
While referencing the B-pillar label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 22V102000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Feb 23, 2022. By the fourth quarter of 2023, 88% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
Rear-View Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA 21V825000Recall report (PDF)Owner letter (PDF)Issued Oct 20, 2021. By the third quarter of 2023, 93% of the cars in this recall had been fixed.
2022 Audi A5 Warranty Extensions and Programs
Audi has two warranty extensions for the 2022 Audi A5, separate from its recalls. They are for problems with the emissions system and driver assistance systems. Whether one applies to a car depends on its VIN, which an Audi dealer can check.
- Warranty extensionAudi AWA-23-06
EVAP purge valve or hose failure
- The problem:
- The EVAP purge valve or its hose can fail from a defect. The bulletin does not describe the symptoms.
- The fix:
- An Audi dealer diagnoses the EVAP purge valve and hose and replaces them for free if they failed from a defect.
- Who qualifies:
- Certain 2019 to 2024 S6, S7 and RS5 with the 2.9 or 3.0 TFSI V6. Other problems found during diagnosis are not covered.
- Coverage:
- 15 years or 150,000 miles from the in-service date, whichever comes first.
- Warranty extensionAudi AWA-24-04
Automatic emergency braking system faults
- The problem:
- The automatic emergency braking, or AEB, system can malfunction when its control unit, a camera, the LIDAR or a sensor fails.
- The fix:
- An Audi dealer repairs the AEB fault and Audi pays 75 percent of the cost. Damage from crashes, impacts, moved sensors or weather is not covered.
- Who qualifies:
- Certain Audis covered by the settlement, with a confirmed fault in the AEB control unit, cameras, LIDAR or sensors. If the new car warranty's time ran out by May 16, 2024, the extension's time limit was November 16, 2024.
- Coverage:
- Up to 12 months or 12,000 miles after the new car warranty ends. Ask an Audi dealer for the exact terms.
NHTSA Crash Test Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for this model year. See the 2022 A5 ratings on NHTSA.gov.
Sportback 4-door AWD
RS 5 Sportback 4-door AWD and S5 Sportback 4-door AWD
Check Before You Buy
A checklist for the 2022 A5, from its three recalls, two Audi warranty extensions that may still apply and the problems owners report most.
Confirm the Recalls Were Done
Ask the seller for proof that each of these recalls was repaired.
- Inoperative Rearview Camera Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA 22V806000
- Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 NHTSA 22V102000
- Rear-View Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 NHTSA 21V825000
Ask an Audi Dealer
Ask whether each of these warranty extensions applies to this VIN, and whether the work was done.
- AWA-23-06: EVAP purge valve or hose failure
- AWA-24-04: automatic emergency braking system faults
On the Test Drive
- Look for uneven tire wear and listen for clunks or humming that changes with speed.
Ask the Seller
Ask whether any of these were ever repaired, and ask to see the receipts.
- Tires
- Also ask for the service records, especially oil changes.
Before You Pay
- Get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic you choose.
- Decode the VIN to confirm the model year, engine and trim.
- Check the title for salvage, flood or rebuilt branding.
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