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Audi Q5 repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (5%)

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Audi Q5 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (35%)

$100 - $499 (9%)

< $100 (35%)

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Chart based on 23 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 7-speed automated manual AWD

46000 mi Brake booster noise 
4000 mi TSB for brake caliper contamination 
49000 mi Brake booster making noise 

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2015 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

1900 mi Excessive brake peddle travel. Found air in line but still has poor peddle feel 
67000 mi

US $1000
New Brakes + Rotors Front and Rear 

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2014 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

40792 mi

US $1600
Replaced front rotors with OEM. Porterfield R4S pads in front, OEM in rear. Rear rotors not replaced since they showed minimal wear. Front rotor had lots of wear but pads were perhaps at 50%. Tried different pads to reduce dust. 
55000 mi

US $2000
Worn brake pads and rotors where replaced on four corners of the car. 

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2014 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 225hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

25544 mi

C $587
Pads and rotor at the end of their life. Audi parts are les than nothing. Scrap ! 
34100 mi

C $630
the rotor at the back right wheel is very noisy. The rotor have a furrow and it than the pad was at the end or f is life. 
26643 mi

C $1000
Brake pads and discs close to end of life so all replaced. 

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2014 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 220hp 2.0L I4 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

11000 mi

US $670
Had suggested brake fluid change. Brake pedal after change almost went to the floor. Went back to dealer. They did change again. Brakes are better but still have a spongy pedal. Was told this is normal. 

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2014 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

supercharged 272hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

115000 mi

US $450
Rear brake and rotor replacement 

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2013 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

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

56420 mi

C $600
Replaced brakes and rotors on all 4 corners 
22940 mi Soft brake pedal 

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2013 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

supercharged 272hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

15500 mi Tsb recall for squeaky brakes, replaced for the second time. 
40000 mi Brakes squeak very loud. Dealer replaced pads with softer material. 

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2012 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

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

60000 mi

US $700
Complete bake job 
22300 mi Rotors warped again. Left front caliper replaced (possibly sticking) and new front rotors. 

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2011 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

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

56700 mi

US $600
Encoder ring part of wheel bearing became defective. Speed sensor also replaced. 
11700 mi

US $257
Brake pad wear limit reached, pad indicator light on MFD. Replaced pads. 
115000 mi

US $600
State inspection noted that front brakes needed replacing. 

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2011 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

86000 mi

US $2000
routine replacement [brake job] 

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2010 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.2L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD

58280 mi

C $800
Faulty Calipers - Warranty replacement - Replaced rotors & brake pads at the same time. Calipers were backordered. 

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2009 Audi Q5 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

108000 mi

US $700
Replaced parts related to braking system. 

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