Audi S5

2008–2012 only

48 classified complaints 1 recall

2008–2012 Audi S5 models have 48 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 1 recall. The most common issue in this range is Airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically surfacing around 99,500 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2008–2012 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Audi S5 report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

2008–2012

2018–2022

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2008–2012 only

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 20 complaints

Median onset: 99,500 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Dual-clutch mechatronics and clutch packs · Transmission 13 complaints

Median onset: 58,137 miles.

More common in older model years.

Transmission control module and sensors · Transmission 3 complaints

Onset mileage not consistently reported.

More common in older model years.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 3 complaints

Median onset: 76,456 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Sunroof and panoramic roof · Body and interior 2 complaints

Median onset: 60,500 miles.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $330–$620 nationally.

Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan · Engine 2 complaints

Median onset: 47,044 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $260–$1,910 nationally.

Fuel pump and sending unit · Fuel system 1 complaints

Median onset: 112,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $630–$1,700 nationally.

Driver-assist cameras, radar and calibration · Electrical 1 complaints

Median onset: 40,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2008–2012 model years. See the full Audi S5 report for every year and full specs/safety data.