Audi SQ5 FY
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
340–349 PS
3.0L TDI V6 Diesel
Petrol replaces diesel — faster, but diesel fans are mourning
Fun to Drive!230–265 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
7 weaknesses
Good ChoiceGenerations
Engine Overview
The Audi SQ5 FY is available with 6 engine variants — from 150 to 354 hp.
The Audi 3.0L TDI V6 (Diesel, 341–347 PS) has the DTNS (3.0L TDI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Audi SQ5 (Diesel, 341 PS) has the DTNS (3.0L TDI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.
The Audi 3.0L TFSI V6 (Benziner, 354 PS) has the CWGD (3.0L TFSI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Audi SQ5 (Benziner, 354 PS) has the CWGD (3.0L TFSI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 8 known weaknesses.
The Audi 3.0L TDI V6 (Diesel Mild-Hybrid, 341–347 PS) has the DTPA (3.0L TDI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
The Audi SQ5 (Diesel Mild-Hybrid, 341–347 PS) has the DTPA (3.0L TDI V6) — rated: "Be Careful", 5 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Control Arm Stress Corrosion Cracking (Recall) KBA recall: stress corrosion cracking can cause elevated play between the control arm and wheel carrier. Affects build years 2019–2021. Free replacement at dealer. Symptoms: Changed handling, imprecise steering response; usually no direct driver-noticeable symptom until inspection | Low | |
| Brake Master Cylinder Failure (Recall) Recall for Q5 FY (production July 2018 to March 2019): faulty brake master cylinders increase stopping distance. Free replacement programme through Audi. Symptoms: Increased pedal travel, soft brake pedal feel, longer stopping distance; often no driver-noticeable symptom | Low | |
| Recall: rear axle stress corrosion Salt water penetrates the rear control arm bushings. Stress corrosion can cause the bushings to come loose, resulting in increased steering play and changed handling dynamics. Symptoms: Changed handling dynamics, uneven rear tyre wear, wayward rear end. | Low | |
| Recall: fuel rail leaking Fuel rail seals can leak, with fuel escape and fire risk. Affects early FY model years 2017–2018. Recall code 24DP. Symptoms: Fuel smell in the engine bay, visible fuel traces on the rail, possible engine fault warning light. | Low | |
| Recall: belt-driven starter-generator fire risk Moisture enters through cracks in the inverter housing of the belt-driven starter-generator — short circuit, overheating, fire risk. Recall code 27H2, approximately 530,000 vehicles worldwide. Symptoms: No warning symptoms before ignition. Audi recommended parking affected vehicles outdoors until repaired. | Low | |
| Recall: seat adjustment mechanism impairs airbag A manufacturing defect in the front seat adjustment mechanism can impair the restraint function in a collision. Approximately 2,918 Q5/SQ5 vehicles affected worldwide. Symptoms: No symptoms in normal driving; safety-critical only in a collision. | Low | |
| Haldex Differential Oil Contamination The Haldex rear differential suffers from oil contamination by clutch debris when maintenance is neglected. A differential oil change clears the symptoms. Neglect risks differential damage. Symptoms: Vibrations and judder during cornering at full lock, clicking noises when turning from 80,000 km | High |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 85 weaknesses have been documented for the Audi SQ5 FY (2017–2024) — 66 engine-related and 19 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Brakes, Electronics, Suspension. Considered reliable: DMTA (2.0L TFSI).
SQ5 (DTNS, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Timing chain wear and tensioner failure, Camshaft fracture due to material defect, Coolant loss from defective control valves. Power: 341–347 PS.
SQ5 (CWGD, 2017–2020) — Be Careful: Rocker Arm Roller Failure (GP0 Production), Water Pump Internal Failure with Coolant in Vacuum System, 48V Mild Hybrid System Fault (from 2019 Facelift). Power: 354 PS.
SQ5 (DTPA, 2020–2024) — Be Careful: Low oil pressure from variable oil pump, Camshaft breakage (material defect), Timing chain drive worn (4-chain system). Power: 341–347 PS.
What to watch out for with the Audi SQ5? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee