2011 Audi A5 recalls and problems
No recalls and 25 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Audi A5.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2011 Audi A5 recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
I filed a claim with insurance company with what I thought was minor damages for a hit and run that happened to me while I was at emergency room for the multiple surgeries I’ve had recently and when the claim came back total loss due to defective airbag recalls and cause my airbags were supposed to deploy where they…
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Earlier models were recalled for defective air bag modules. My 2011 A5 was not recalled but the air bag module failed in exactly the same way as earlier models. The modules were not upgraded and perhaps the newer models should be included in recall. I have an invoice for $1443.45 from the dealer. Thanks.
There was a fuel odor permeating in the vehicle, and the further I drove, the more intense was the gasoline smell. I pulled into a strip mall and turned off the engine for fear of a fire or explosion. I immediately called and requested the car be towed to my mechanic. My mechanic diagnosed the problem the next day as…
Audi has recalled a5 until 2009 for defective air bag modules, ie power supply. My 2011 has the same problem but not covered by recall. Why not? Very dangerous condition. Thank you.
A5 model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 | 34 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | 25 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 | 22 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 3 | 35 | 2 | 2 |
| 2014 | 3 | 28 | 0 | 0 |
Across all years, the 2020 A5 has the most complaints (60). All Audi A5 years →
Questions
- Does the 2011 Audi A5 have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2011 Audi A5 as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Audi A5?
- Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (14 complaints), followed by engine (6).
- How many 2011 Audi A5 complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 2 of 25 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 15, 2026.