5 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Audi SQ5.
5
recalls
20
owner complaints
1
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire
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.
2019 Audi SQ5 recalls
Structure: body · Electrical system: body control module/BCM
NHTSA campaign 21V947000 · reported December 8, 2021 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 288,991 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
The risk
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
Structure: body
NHTSA campaign 19V737000 · reported October 16, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 174,278 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
The risk
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.
NHTSA campaign 19V473000 · reported June 19, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 28 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. In the event of a crash deploying the passenger's frontal air bag, the instrument panel carrier may break due to incorrect welding. If the carrier breaks, there may be damage to the passenger frontal air bag.
The risk
A damaged frontal air bag may not provide adequate protection, increasing the risk of an injury.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument panel and the passenger frontal air bag, free of charge. The recall began August 16, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 90N1.
Wheels: hub
NHTSA campaign 19V416000 · reported June 5, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 126,161 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.
The risk
The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will secure the wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 66K6.
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, master cylinder
NHTSA campaign 19V277000 · reported April 8, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 12,645 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake master cylinder casting may be too short.
The risk
A short casting can cause a sudden loss of brakes, increasing the risk of crash. The electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still function.
The fix
Audi has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 3, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 47O9.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Engine5
Service brakes4
Electrical system3
Exterior lighting3
Air bags2
Structure2
Visibility/wiper2
Forward collision avoidance1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Power train1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Oct 13, 2026 · Engine
Engine rocker arm failed, per audi tech metal shavings in oil.
Sep 7, 2026 · Engine
Piston skirt extended warranty calls for replacement of the pistons. This does NOT fix the issue if the vehicle was driven long term with damaged pistons. In my case the vehicle started knocking 1000 miles after replacement. Unsafe to drive and I now how to pay for a new engine on my own.
May 28, 2026 · Service brakes
Brake booster issue
Jan 15, 2026 · Engine
There’s a knocking noise coming from the engine that could lead to potential engine failure. There is a known manufacturers defect in these engines. Audi has extended a warranty, but not all cars are eligible. This should be a recall because if the engine fails on a high speed through a highway, it could be a highly…
Dec 17, 2025 · Engine
Piston skirt recall and warranty. Bulletin number AWA-25-08. Needs investigated. Based off average Audi owner statistics along with NHTSA statistics, when this bulletin was released in August of 2025, over 60% of vehicles with this 3.0T engine code EA839 would be disqualified from repairs for under 80,000 miles.
Across all years, the 2018 SQ5 has the most complaints (25). All Audi SQ5 years →
Questions
Does the 2019 Audi SQ5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2019 Audi SQ5, the most recent reported on December 8, 2021 (Structure: body, Electrical system: body control module/BCM). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Audi SQ5?
Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (5 complaints), followed by service brakes (4).
How many 2019 Audi SQ5 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 20 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 13, 2026.