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Audi SQ5 repairs by problem area

Engine (22%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (1%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (24%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 68 repairs.
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Audi SQ5 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (77%)

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Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2018 Audi SQ5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 354hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

30000 mi Failed thermostat; replaced under warranty. 
9623 mi Whistling noise from turbo wastegates on cold start. Audi corporate reviewed video and declared the noise normal operation. 

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2016 Audi SQ5 4dr SUV

supercharged 354hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

27000 mi Water pump was leaking coolant. I got a low coolant warning on the dash, checked the coolant expansion reservoir and it was very low. Towed it into the dealership and they performed a pressure test where they could see the pump leaking. Replaced under warranty. 
60 mi Audi still use water pumps with the plastic housing. Eventually the leak. My last Q5 (2010) leaked with only 18k miles on it. The 2016 SQ5 lasted till 48k miles before I smelled coolant. Replace under Warranty. Oils level sensor became erratic. Low oil level showed "add 1 quart oil". After adding 1/2 quart it stated "oil level is high". Hrs later "low oil add 1 qt". Replaced under warranty. Whats wrong with a dipstick? Why change something that never fails? Retro fit is coming! 

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2014 Audi SQ5

Engine not specified

1860 mi temperature eau moteur montait sporadiquement a 140 degres ,sonde temperature sur radiateur de recyclage defectueuse 
48000 mi ECS Light on dash would come-on while agreesive acceration. The Tech identified that the Oil Presure Sensor was flauty and replaced the sensor. 
49000 mi Passenger side Motor Mount leaked fuild and I mentioned it to the Service Writer when I took the vehicle in for a service. The part and service was covered under the Factory Warranty. 

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2014 Audi SQ5 4dr SUV

turbocharged 313hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

4340 mi fuel pump replaced 

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2014 Audi SQ5 4dr SUV

supercharged 354hp 3.0L V6 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD

65921 mi

US $2610
PCV valve replacement Water pump replaced 
31000 mi

US $1003
Fuel pump replaced 
56000 mi

US $163
Oil sensor failed due to overheating. TSB had been issued for this, but due to mileage, it wasn't covered by warranty 
16000 mi Faulty MAF sensor. Swapped out on warrantee. 
24000 mi Vehicle went into Emergency Limp mode, of course it was in the middle of absolutely nowhere USA, New Mexico to be exact. Drove it slowly to a truck stop, shut it down, if it doesn't start then it's a tow truck on Audi. Came out, started it up and all was fine. It ran fine for the balance of the trip. Didn't bother going to the shop, as nothing seemed effected, fuel mileage and power were both fine. 

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Audi SQ5 Engine Problems

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