AI Damage2021 Audi SQ5 Phev: common problems
The maker issued 12 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 12
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
- Exterior lighting. Headlamps, leveling, sensors and mounts after a frontal hit.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides details on the VIN-4-PIN program
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries
- This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights…
This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.
- This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding,…
This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.
- This bulletin provides information for when there is moisture accumulation in the exterior lights
- This bulletin provides information for when the virtual cockpit is distorted due a broken screen caused by…
- This bulletin describes the steps to update the MIB3 software when applicable
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
- Dealer Communication
Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy
- This bulletin provides troubleshooting tips for logging in to Audi Connect and Key User Pairing
- This bulletin contains instructions for correcting buffer stop noise (rumbling or squeaking from the front…
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Audi SQ5 Phev?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 12 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 Audi SQ5 Phev?
NHTSA lists 12 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 Audi SQ5 Phev from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.