The oil has been leaking for some years. I have taken it in several times, to be fixed and it is still leaking
2012 Audi Q5 fuel system problems
23 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,400.
- owner complaints
- 23
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- typical mileage
- 80,400
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Fuel injection system: throttlebody/manifold1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Audi Q5 fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2012 Audi Q5 fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under the federal safety agency recall 16V‑660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.
- Risk
- The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.
Recall number 18V818000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1‑800‑253‑2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.
Recall number 16V660000 · Recall details
What 2012 Audi Q5 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2012 Audi Q5. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel injection intake valve needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The oil warning light, the EPS warning light, TIPM warning, and the check engine warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel intake valve and the oil pan needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started violently shaking. The contact stated that the Electronic Power Control (ECP) and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle started losing motive power and was pulled over out of the roadway. The vehicle was then towed to the local dealer where it remained. The vehicle diagnosed and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,700.
The vehicle is needing about 2qts every 2-3 days. Every once in a while I can feel it slip. I just bought this vehicle in October 2021. There are absolutely no leaks. It's a safety hazard because if it loses enough oil when I am driving, the car can and will die in the middle of the road. This vehicle is what I use to haul my 2 year old daughter in. Yes the vehicle can be inspected. The vehicle was bought at cooks car sales. Lewiston, idaho 83501
Extreme oil consumption (burning 2+ quarts in less than 500 miles); cutting off while idling. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. If this is a leak, it could possibly catch on fire while my child is driving to school, or it could cut off while driving causing a bad accident. Yes it has been confirmed by a repair facility. Check/add oil indicator; check engine light; emits black smoke from rear. Issues appeared 2 days after purchasing the car.
Im loosing a liter of oil every 200-500 miles and tyranny feels like it slips a little but the oil consumption is why im writing this I bought my 2012 audi q5 premium sport edition with a 2.0 turbo with 80,000 miles and was not told about the oil consumption!!
I have code po299 turbocharger/supercharger a underboost condition. I was under warranty in 2016 to have my pistons and rings replaced because the oil consumpion was very high, now I'm burning more oil and I changed the diverter valve I'm still coming up with p0299 code and need to replace my turbo after 60k miles from the piston and rings replacement...I think this all has to be part of the same problem and audi should repair it for free.
Oil leak and engine cooling pipes uo
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 audi q5. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v660000 (fuel system). The vehicle was taken to audi west houston (15865 katy fwy, houston, tx 77094) to be repaired. While repairing the fuel pump flange, the dealer cut the fuel line, which prevented the vehicle from being driven and allowed fuel to leak in the back seat. The dealer did not claim responsibility for the failure. The manufacturer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000.
At 55k miles the engine burns oil more than expected. Oil level was below minimum level about 2k miles before the next required oil change. At aroun 63k miles , the engine reaches the minimum level after driving about 3k miles. The dealer says this is normal but previous year q5's with 2.0t engines have been recalled for similar issues.
Questions about the 2012 Audi Q5 fuel system
Does the 2012 Audi Q5 have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 23 complaints about the fuel system of the 2012 Audi Q5, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2012 Audi Q5 fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,400 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Audi Q5 fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 18V818000, 16V660000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Audi Q5 have the most fuel system problems?
The Audi Q5 model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2010 (32 complaints), 2011 (32 complaints) and 2012 (23 complaints).
Other 2012 Audi Q5 problems
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