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The 2023 Audi A5 has zero owner defect complaints and 1 safety recall campaign on file with NHTSA.

EPA testing covers 9 certified vehicle configurations spanning 2L 4-Cyl hybrid, 3l 6-cyl, and 2.9l 6-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 21 to 28 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year. The 2023 Audi A5 belongs to the 2nd generation (Typ F5) A5 platform spanning model years 2018–2024.

Platform Architecture: 2nd Generation (Typ F5) • Production Span: 2018–2024 • Platform Code: MLB Evo • Lifecycle Note: Pre-Facelift (2018–2019) / Facelift (2020–2024)
Official Federal Record Profile
  • • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 consumer reports filed
  • • Safety Recall Campaigns: 1 official campaign
  • • NCAP Crash Safety: Not rated by NHTSA
  • • EPA Certified Range: 21–28 MPG across 9 powertrain trims
Directly compiled from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA NCAP, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.

What is the fuel economy and range of the 2023 Audi A5?

Official EPA laboratory test ratings, electric driving range, and annual energy cost estimates by certified vehicle variant

Variant Engine Drivetrain Transmission City Highway Combined EV Range Est. Annual Fuel Cost
A5 Sportback quattro Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S7) 24 MPG 33 MPG 28 MPG — $2,700 / yr
A5 Coupe quattro Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S7) 24 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $2,800 / yr
A5 Sportback S-Line quattro Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S7) 24 MPG 32 MPG 27 MPG — $2,800 / yr
A5 Cabriolet quattro Hybrid 2L 4-Cyl All-Wheel Drive Automatic (AM-S7) 24 MPG 31 MPG 26 MPG — $2,900 / yr
S5 Coupe 3L 6-Cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
S5 Sportback 3L 6-Cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 30 MPG 24 MPG — $3,150 / yr
S5 Cabriolet 3L 6-Cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 21 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $3,300 / yr
RS 5 Coupe 2.9L 6-Cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 18 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 / yr
RS 5 Sportback 2.9L 6-Cyl 4-Wheel Drive Automatic (S8) 18 MPG 25 MPG 21 MPG — $3,600 / yr
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.

What are the crash test safety ratings for the 2023 Audi A5?

Official 5-Star Safety Ratings evaluated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2023 Audi A5.

Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2023 Audi A5 models.
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What defect complaints are reported for the 2023 Audi A5?

Summary of 0 verified consumer defect submissions filed with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Total Complaints
0
Crash Reports
0
Fire Reports
0
Complaints w/ Injury
0
Total Injuries
0

Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.

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Are there open safety recalls on the 2023 Audi A5?

Manufacturer safety recall campaigns monitored and recorded by NHTSA

NHTSA Campaign #24V251000 Active Recall
Affected Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Defect Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.

Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
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Quick Answers: Key Questions Drivers Ask About the 2023 Audi A5

Direct, deterministic answers synthesized from verified United States government databases for the 2023 Audi A5

How many safety recalls does the 2023 Audi A5 have?

The 2023 Audi A5 is associated with 1 official NHTSA safety recall campaign in AutoUtility's current federal records.

If your individual vehicle is affected by an open safety recall, NHTSA advises owners to contact an authorized franchised dealership for the recall remedy at no charge. Because recall campaigns apply to specific production runs and equipment batches, vehicle owners should verify their 17-digit VIN at NHTSA.gov.

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Source: NHTSA Safety Recalls Database (49 U.S.C. 30118)

What are the most common problems reported for the 2023 Audi A5?

AutoUtility currently records zero consumer defect complaints on file with the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) for the 2023 Audi A5.

A zero-complaint record in federal databases reflects submitted owner filings and does not guarantee the absence of mechanical issues.

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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI)

Is there an official NHTSA crash safety rating for the 2023 Audi A5?

An official NHTSA 5-Star NCAP crash test rating is not available for the 2023 Audi A5 in AutoUtility's current federal dataset.

NHTSA publishes crash safety evaluations for a selected sample of passenger vehicles each model year. Consult NHTSA.gov for active safety equipment records and vehicle safety bulletins.

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Source: NHTSA NCAP Registry

What fuel economy (MPG) does the 2023 Audi A5 get?

Official EPA laboratory estimates for the 2023 Audi A5 range from 21 to 28 MPG combined (55% city / 45% highway weighted) depending on engine, transmission, and drivetrain configuration.

Using AutoUtility's standardized operating cost model (15,000 miles/year, $3.50/gal gas, $0.16/kWh electricity), annual energy expenditures range across certified configurations based on official EPA laboratory test baselines.

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Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov Certified Database
Official US Government Data Provenance

The specifications, safety ratings, defect reports, and recall campaigns published on this page are retrieved directly from official United States Government agency databases:

  • NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI): Consumer complaints and defect reports.
  • NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP): Frontal, side, and rollover 5-Star crash safety test ratings.
  • U.S. EPA / FuelEconomy.gov: Standardized multi-cycle dynamometer fuel economy, MPGe, and electric driving range ratings.

Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.