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2022 Audi Q5 Sportback

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 Q5 Sportback.

Transmission Automatic (AM-S7)

The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback pairs an automatic AM-S7 transmission with EPA-estimated fuel economy of 23 mpg city, 28 highway, and 25 combined. Owner feedback for this model year totals 44 complaints, with engine concerns as the primary issue, alongside 8 recalls. This complaint count marks a clear decline from the 69 recorded for the 2021 model year—the highest in the 2021-2025 span—signaling a meaningful reliability improvement for the 2022 iteration.

Model year20252024202320222021

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy23/28/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Hybrid: PR-J0B: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery required and is vented to the outside of the vehicle: 49; PR-J2D: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required and is vented to the outside of the vehicle: 48; PR-J0P: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required vented to the outside of the vehicle: 95R; PR-J1N: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required and vented to the outside of the vehicle: 94R · PR-J0B: 49 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J0P: 105 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J1N: 75 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J2D: 68 O.E. AmpHrs. CCA battery, OE oil filter 06L115562B. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI Hybrid: PR-J0B: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery required and is vented to the outside of the vehicle: 49; PR-J2D: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required and is vented to the outside of the vehicle: 48; PR-J0P: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required vented to the outside of the vehicle: 95R; PR-J1N: A scan tool must be used to register battery and reset computer after installation. Audi uses many different batteries, carefully size to fit with the PR Codes denoting factory installed options. AGM VRLA Battery is required and vented to the outside of the vehicle: 94R · PR-J0B: 49 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J0P: 105 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J1N: 75 O.E. AmpHrs., PR-J2D: 68 O.E. AmpHrs. CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/55R19 101HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter06L115562B
Engine air filter8W0133843C
Spark plug06Q905601A
Battery000915089BC
Front wiper blades80B998002
Cabin air filter4M0819439C

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length184.6 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height65.4 in
Wheelbase111 in
Curb weight3913 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 63.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined23 / 28 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerAudi
Spark Plug Torque22.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity45 TFSI
Oil Capacity45 TFSI

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum87.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum116.0 psi
Residual Pressure43.5 psi

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 40,000 mi.

Every 10,000 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire Repair Kit Sealant (inspect)
Every 20,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Door Hinge (lubricate) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 40,000 miSpark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 60,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Based on the available federal data, the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback falls within a generation that launched with notable issues: the preceding year, 2021, recorded 69 complaints and 8 recalls with 1,101 TSBs, indicating significant early-production challenges. By contrast, 2024 and 2025 both show dramatic improvement with 0 complaints and just 1 recall each, suggesting the manufacturer addressed many of these problems through subsequent updates. The 2022 model itself generated specific complaints concentrated in Engine (7) and Electrical System (7) categories, with 5 crash-related complaints and 2 fire-related complaints on record. TSB volume also declined substantially by 2024 (514) compared to 2021 (1,101), further supporting a refinement trend. The absence of direct 2022 aggregate complaint and recall totals in this dataset prevents a complete comparison, but the arc suggests 2022 was an early-generation year still working through initial reliability calibrations. **The data trend indicates that while 2022 may represent a less mature version of this generation compared to later model years, the absence of 2022-specific recall data and the generation's overall improvement trajectory suggest it remains a reasonable purchase if the specific Engine and Electrical System complaint areas are thoroughly inspected and addressed.**

8
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
960
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
44
Owner complaints
5 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’21’24’25

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 44 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine7
Electrical System7
Unknown Or Other5
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Service Brakes2
Lane Departure2
Power Train1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 960 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2076404_82026-06-29Unknown Or OtherThis bulletin provides a deployment overview for customer service packages MLB and MQB…
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2079226_52026-06-24StructureThis bulletin provides information when the sliding glass panoramic sunroof is leaking.
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group H batteryEngine oil filter 06L115562BEngine air filter 8W0133843CSpark plug 06Q905601ABattery 000915089BC

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBsOBD-II trouble codesMaintenance schedulesFluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

Does the 2022 Q5 Sportback have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Q5 Sportback get?

EPA figures are 23 city / 28 highway / 25 combined mpg.