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Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (2%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (12%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 534 repairs.
Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (3%)
$1000 - $2499 (5%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (21%)
< $100 (65%)
Chart based on 130 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2019 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 444hp 2.9L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 26700 mi | The LED in the door handle burnt out and needed to be replaced. |
| 30000 mi | TPMS system failed |
2019 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 349hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 4465 mi | Backup camera was defective, creating random flickering and unusable images. Replaced backup camera. |
| 33867 mi | Intermittent MMI malfunction - MMI freezing and restarting. Replaced control unit p/n 992-035-286-C; re-adapted key fobs to new control unit. |
2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 354hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 33000 mi | Getting message saying the key is not in the vehicle. They replaced the driver's side door lock sensor, but this did not fix the issue. Decided to live with it. |
| 49 mi | Lumbar support on driver's side quit working. Dealer claimed to fix it, but did not. Said it would take a long time to get parts because of COVID and tried to avoid doing the work. I was tired of it and didn't want to own this car out of warranty. |
| 30000 mi | Evaporator had a leak and thus they replaced the complete evaporator |
| 27000 mi | Third rear brake light at the top of hatch not functional. |
2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 1590 mi | Rear Parking Sensor Inoperative - Intermittent failures |
| 32000 mi | Left rear passenger window malfunction repaired via software |
| 11000 mi | Car locks would fail to engage. System would retry several times. At 3rd or 4th try would succeed. |
| 18600 mi | Sensor malfunction (Safety Systems - Airbag, ABS, Proximity etc) |
2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 354hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 16000 mi | Replace battery under warranty due to repeated CEL codes |
| 5400 mi | Right side window opened by itself during driving and switch wouldn't close it. After stopping the car and restarting, window was closed. Dealer replaced the bad switch on the right door. |
| 9000 mi | Happened again! - Now, the left driver's window opened by itself. Dealer found "Error" but not specific. Audi said that if this happens again, computer will have to be replaced. Also, Engine light was ON for couple of days two weeks ago but went away, so I cancelled that service appointment. Right side window opened by itself during driving and switch wouldnt close it. After stopping the car and restarting, window was closed. Dealer replaced the bad switch on the right door. |
2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 11568 mi | Air bag light was lit. Software update performed. problem solved |
| 16000 mi | Center MMI control head (buttons and circular knob) replaced due to aforementioned buttons becoming very difficult to press, sometimes becoming stuck down. (This was not due to spilled drinks, which is also common) |
| 30000 mi | Overhead interior lights would not illuminate. Problem caused by previous repair in shop |
2018 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 20000 mi | Air bag sensor buzzer on for passenger front seat. Tie strap for air bag sensor connector installed. All fluids replaced, oil , brake fluid etc. |
2016 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 4000 mi | Blower fan making sound on higher settings. Sounds like wind noise. The wife had closed all my vents causing the above described sound. |
| 1000 mi | Sound system amplifier was replaced |
| 25000 mi | Xm radio volume frozen. Dealer had to replace a defective module. |
| 70000 mi | Seat memory not working. Dealer powered down system and then it started working again |
2016 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 1240 mi | Intermittent fault with trunk latch. Replaced trunk latch. |
2015 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 28000 mi US $69 |
auxiliary heater, per factory recall was replaced |
2015 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible
450-horsepower 4.2L V8 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 7000 mi US $240 |
Bluetooth issues and the unit would "forget" the XM radio presets very frequently. They said they confirmed the problem and updated the software on the unit to the latest rev. I have not used it enough to comfortably tell you if it's truly fixed, but I have not yet re-experienced the problem. The big problem with these units (as you probably know) is that they really can't be updated to major new versions of Bluetooth, only minor versions (e.g. 1.4.1 to 1.4.5). Changing major versions (e.g. moving from 2.x - 4.x) generally requires new hardware. |
2014 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 13334 mi | dash lights flicker. dealer removed and reset. issue resolved |
| 20000 mi | Seat memory not working |
2014 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 76000 mi US $80 |
Started hearing a grinding noise when starting the car with the driver's door open. The sound was more pronounced when turning a cold engine vs a hot engine. Dealer said the starter was starting to fail, replaced under CPO warranty. |
2014 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| Battery failed and had to be replaced and all electronics re syncronized. also rear view camera failure.. , R n R of fibre optic cable |
| 23000 mi | rear view camera sometimes doesn't turn on |
| 73000 mi US $414 |
Dead battery |
2014 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| 40000 mi | Left headlight burned out |
| 88000 mi US $200 |
Right headlight was replaced |
2014 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible
450-horsepower 4.2L V8 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 33000 mi | Rear speakers had to be replaced. |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 25800 mi | Left side headlight assembly failed. Intermittent light. Headlight assembly replaced under warranty. |
| 49000 mi | Fuel door lock motor / actuator |
| 49200 mi | Remote control not working intermittenly |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 55000 mi US $80 |
Changed headlight bulbs |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 33000 mi | Replace hands-free microphone due to poor sound quality |
| 44000 mi | Poor Bluetooth reception |
| 42300 mi US $30 |
A/C suddenly blowing hot air. Ended up replacing pressure sensor. Could be easily replaced without opening the refrigiration system. $29 part from Amazon. |
| 67000 mi US $250 |
Replaced battery |
| 65000 mi US $85 |
Driver side window failed to roll up completely making the car noisy at free way speeds. Apparently an electrical component burnt out. Covered under "Certified Pre-Owned Warranty", but still required to make a deductible |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Coupe
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| 43019 mi US $355 |
MMI unit failed - no backup camera/audi/nav functionality. Center screen was blank. Replaced with a used MMI purchased on ebay, had to be "coded" to work with the car - $100 for that. |
| 45000 mi US $200 |
Headlight level sensor replacement |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 22500 mi | Sensor G395 failed (A/C pressure switch) had to be replaced. |
| 30000 mi | MMI center console knob cover came off. Purchased a "kit" from dealer and replaced cover. |
| 41000 mi US $700 |
Replaced an alternator part. |
2013 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2dr Convertible
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 5200 mi | Flaky MMI, especially regarding Bluetooth audio streaming |
2012.5 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Convertible
| 57000 mi £350 |
Driver's side window regulator was repaired - it had snapped and electric window would not operate. Internet search and forums indicate that this is common fault on Audi/VW though no TSB issued |
2012.5 Audi A5 / S5 2-door
turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD
| 32000 mi | Seat belt offering system fault messages |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 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. |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 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. |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 28000 mi | MMI navigation joystick broke off. Replaced without an appointment for free. |
| 53940 mi | Replaced starter motor armature |
| 7400 mi | The battery was leaking so it was replaced under warranty. Most likely a manufacturer defect. |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 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 |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 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 |
2012 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Convertible
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 15000 mi | Battery was replaced under warranty. |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 11000 mi | Both front headlight housings started developing small spider cracks in the clear plastic, plastic looked dull and cloudy, moisture present. Dealer said there was TSB for the repair. No cost, both headlight assemblies were replaced. |
| 70000 mi US $500 |
Replaced both Xenon headlights as one was burned out. |
| 75000 mi US $230 |
I wanted to have the battery replaced just as a precaution. It was more than 5 years old. |
| 17000 mi | Head unit would not recognize CDs or DVDs |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 7000 mi | Had an oil change. Also the navigation & rear back up camera was working intermittently. The cables connecting the device was loose and they reattached to solve the problem. |
| 12700 mi | Nav & back up camera intermittingly cutting out. |
| 19000 mi US $16 |
Back up camera cutting out and bad picture. A cord was replaced. |
| 37000 mi | The back up camera was not connecting. Found a fault in which they replaced the cable. |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 5000 mi | My iPod (AMI) cable was shorting out intermittently so the dealer replaced it with a new one. |
| 11000 mi | Mirror will not return from reverse to memory setting upon engaging forward motion 10 mph. Dealer claims to have done all they can. Memory system for driver seat failed completely during visit to dealer for mirror problem |
| 21700 mi | Passenger side mirror does not return from reverse dip intermittently after driving off. Backup camera intermittent. Does not always display rear-view when car put in reverse. |
| 25000 mi | Intermittent problems with passenger side mirror not returning after reverse dip and backup camera not coming on. |
| 43000 mi US $4762 |
Battery replaced |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| 45880 mi C $300 |
AC pressure sensor failure. Apparently the original sensors were prone to having refrigerant leak into them hence corroding the sensor elements. |
| 50840 mi C $290 |
Microswitches in the door latch were intermittent so the car could not detect whether the lock was activated or not. The result was no central locking and the activation of the alarm when the door was still unlocked. Drivers side door latch was replaced. |
| 61040 mi C $160 |
Replaced passenger side window regulator. |
| 93000 mi US $7500 |
Car entered safe mode while driving.Engine wouldn't turn over after shutoff.Long search by dealer mechanic. Diagnosis:failed alternator drained battery causing safe mode,made engine appear to be seized forcing major teardown to diagnose. Final diagnosis was failed alternator draining the battery causing low voltage and resulting in safe mode. The engine's inability to turnover was because of the failed alternator. No one had seen this failure before, causing the misdiagnosis of a failed cam chain and the disaster that results from that. |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 69000 mi US $550 |
Replaced motorized seatbelt extender |
2011 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Convertible
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 20900 mi | Battery wouldn't hold a charge. |
| 29000 mi US $120 |
Convertible top would not completely close... |
| 40000 mi | Air bag inflator recall |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 26120 mi | Bluetooth doesn't always connect with phone. |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 34300 mi | Replaced locking actuator for gas tank filler door release. |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD
| 1000 mi | Air bag light and parking system malfunction |
| 3000 mi | Parking malfunction and air bag problem. Air bag ordered. 2-3 weeks to ship. |
| 4960 mi | In for 8KM maintenance and requested repair to both aux. power outputs as they are not holding (two different) male accessory plugs. Told that they are working as per Audi design. (Sic ... they are SUPPOSED to fail holding the plugs in?) |
| 13240 mi | On my 2010 A5, when on a phone call and a new caller rings, when I accept the offer to Replace the call, call 1 is dropped completely and call 2 is never accepted. The system allows no phone calls, in or out, for several minutes. |
| 22320 mi | New cell phone (iPhone). System will not shuffle music. At start of every new drive the same music in the same sequence plays on the requested, well populated, playlist. |
| 9000 mi | Oil light didn't go off after adding oil. This is because a sensor that tells you if the hood has been opened wasn't working. This serves as some sort of redundancy to really make sure the owner added oil as claimed. |
| 81500 mi US $720 |
Replacement of right headlight computer unit. Also replaced right bulb at the same time. |
| 25000 mi US $40 |
software update to fix Bang & Olufsen amplifier cold weather issue |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 30380 mi | Bluetooth not working |
| 34720 mi | Various dash warning lights randomly coming on. Ventilation fan not working at times |
| 31000 mi US $450 |
Replaced backup camera module |
| 39300 mi | Satellite radio cuts out. So far no remedy. A new radio is on order. |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| 49700 mi US $100 |
Had the car inspected at my local Audi Dealer. I have dealt with them for years so we have a good relationship. Car is in good shape, but the sensors for the door handles are not working properly (advanced key system). Ordered by dealer. |
| 23000 mi | the sensor detecting whether or not the hood was open was damaged. |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 19220 mi | Warning lite came on recommending head light be replaced |
2010 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Convertible
supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD
| 16740 mi | Mmi causing cruise control to quit. Have to shut off to reboot and then it works. Mmi causing fan control unable to change setting. Fine after restart. cruise control stops sometimes; front brakes pull left or right at slow speeds |
| 53320 mi C $550 |
new battery, old one lasted 5 years |
| 36000 mi | Gas cap cover solenoid was replaced. |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 75000 mi £300 |
Adaptive (steering) headlights failed to adjust. Electronic AFS module replaced. |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 10540 mi | Warranty repair, audio malfunction. Sound was permanently off. Successfully fixed by a software update. |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 32000 mi | Fan wouldn't work, was replaced. |
| 54000 mi US $80 |
Side assist would error out and turn off - replaced the switch on the pillar. $80 CPO copay |
| 58000 mi US $80 |
Windshield wiper motor repair |
| 11000 mi | memory seat failed and would self adjust upon entry and start up to unstored setting. Mirrors would self adjust for no reason during drive. Dealer repaired. |
| 93000 mi US $4000 |
Passenger Door Lock replacement (stopped working altogether). |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| 15460 mi | Remote keyless door sensors not working |
| 75000 mi US $2400 |
A/C Blower Motor required replacement |
| 10000 mi | warranty repair to radio malfunction |
| 17000 mi | warranty repair to radio malfunction |
| 2000 mi | Faulty headlight range control sender. Gave a warning light on two occasions after hitting particularly severe pot holes. |
| 7000 mi | Remote key problem, covered by TSB |
| 17000 mi | Replaced headlight level control unit. Audi Side Assist feature not working properly, replaced module. |
| 30000 mi US $288 |
A/C pressure switch was broken - lost all refrigerant. Replaced pressure switch and recharged the system. |
| 38200 mi US $2047 |
Battery draining. Tried replacing amp, but that didn't fix the issue. Replaced Bluetooth module. |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 65100 mi | Left headlight fails intermittent |
| 76260 mi C $1500 |
No cold air. Pressure fine. 5 amp fuse blowing. Electrical wiring to compressor. Door sensor not working. |
| 77500 mi C $60 |
Door sensor auto unlock |
| 33600 mi | Malfunction of the memory seats. |
| 19000 mi US $175 |
problem with blutooth connection, but we have old phones and Audi's blutooth is only compatible with certain phones. weird. |
| 8100 mi | Audi Side Assist switch in drivers door defective Audi Side Assist system fault - dealer replaced side assist on/off switch located near drivers mirror. Problem resolved under warranty |
| 21700 mi | Battery fault on Scantool |
| 45000 mi US $500 |
Air condition hose seal replaced. Coolant leaked and recharged |
| 29500 mi | The windshield wiper motor failed and was replaced free of charge since my car was only out of warranty by 4 months and the car has low mileage (29k). |
2009 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed manual AWD
| 10000 mi | Audi Side Assist System Fault. Replacement part not in stock, so the dealership ordered it. |
| 32200 mi | The Tire Pressure Monitoring System went haywire after I got the car jumped by the dealer when the battery died from sitting in my garage. The TPMS faulted every time I started it. Apparently the battery was too weak, so they replaced it. |
| 43500 mi US $380 |
Hood latch sensor failed, car unable to read oil level. |
| 47900 mi US $250 |
Delco sirius controller failed, shutting down entire MMI network. |
| 53300 mi US $181 |
Xenon control module had to be replaced. Replaced bulb and bought refurbished control module. |
2008.5 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 190hp 2.7L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 54500 mi | headlight beam alignment control unit replaced. zero charge as cost was covered by MOT insurance underwritten by dealer and Audi |
| 57000 mi £640 |
driver's window control unit failed. both doors required unit to be replaced |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 35400 mi | Door window regulators failed |
| 36500 mi £1000 |
Amplifier failure |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 6-speed manual AWD
| 12400 mi €150 |
I replaced keyless-entry sensors for both doors. |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 27900 mi €450 |
Window lifter/regulator failed after lowering window. 1 month outside warranty. |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 31400 mi A $450 |
Refrigerant temperature sensor changed, Refrigerant re-gassed |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
354-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD
| 40538 mi | Adaptive Headlight problem. Headlights constantly moving up & down |
| 48000 mi | Two LEDs in the Driver side headlight were burnt out. Also, engine cowl cover had split. Dealer replaced headlight & cowl cover under warranty. |
| 75300 mi US $1000 |
Air Bag Warning Light was on. Dealer replaced passenger seat sensor & TSB for wiring connections. Car would not start sometimes due to faulty clutch switch. Dealer replaced faulty clutch switch. Above repairs performed under warranty. I had dealer replace original battery because it was 5 years old and the door lock sensors would not always work right. |
| 70500 mi US $85 |
and broken fuel door motor. Luckily these were all covered under the extended warranty. |
| 91000 mi US $500 |
No air coming out of defroster vent even though fan motor running on high. Technician discovered that the ventilation duct assembly unit was non-functioning and needed replacement Air bag sensor module was recalled and replaced Passenger side window regulator broke as it would not hold window in place and had to be replaced. |
| 102700 mi US $1700 |
Unknown |
2008 Audi A5 / S5 2dr Coupe
265-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 63740 mi | Recall repair. Replacement of Airbag Control Module. |
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