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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (5%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (19%)

Other (2%)

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (64%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

35340 mi

€100
The engine coolant warning light came on a few times. The dealer replaced the sensor. 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

2800 mi radio would shut off every three minutes and reboot to one station. nav/phone/etc stopped working 
69800 mi

US $1275
Digital LCD Screen in Instrument Cluster went out. Entire Cluster had to be replaced. Price includes 15% discount received. Orig price was around 1450 
83000 mi

US $100
Coolant tank sensor went bad. Needed new coolant tank. Audi North Orlando Quoted me based on expected 30 minute labor rate. Audi South Orlando Quoted me based on 2.5 hours of work. When confronted, they reduced the time. I also used a $145 dealer credit I had on file. 
85000 mi

US $345
Left headlight went out. Both headlight bulbs were replaced. 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

53940 mi Replaced starter motor armature 
7400 mi The battery was leaking so it was replaced under warranty. Most likely a manufacturer defect. 
28000 mi MMI navigation joystick broke off. Replaced without an appointment for free. 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe

354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD

45000 mi Refrigerant recharge + replace AC pressure sensor windshield wiper motor & control module replaced 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible

turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

22500 mi windshtield wiper sensor activates wipers when rear view mirror is adjusted. Sensor was replaced. Supporting clip was replaced. Dealer told me that Audi of Germany is aware of the problem. Cant be fixed. Will let me know if solution found 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible

supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD

15000 mi Battery was replaced under warranty. 

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2012 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Electrical Problems

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