2021-2023 Audi Q5 Oil Residue on Cylinder Head Cover TSB
Audi has released manufacturer communication 11005856 to provide information regarding the presence of oil residue on the cylinder head cover for 2021-2023 Audi Q5 models. This bulletin helps technicians address this specific engine condition.
Si applica anche a
- Audi Q5
- 2021, 2023
Symptoms of Oil Residue on the Cylinder Head Cover
Owners of 2021-2023 Audi Q5 vehicles may observe oil residue on the cylinder head cover. This condition is the primary symptom addressed by manufacturer communication 11005856. While the bulletin does not detail specific operational impacts, visible oil residue often indicates a potential leak or seepage from the engine.
Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions
This manufacturer communication, identified as TSB 11005856, provides general information concerning the presence of oil residue. The document does not specify particular diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) or unique trigger conditions. Typically, the detection of Audi Q5 oil residue on the cylinder head cover would involve a visual inspection during routine maintenance or if an owner notices the issue.
Repair Procedure Summary
Manufacturer communication 11005856 serves to inform technicians about the presence of oil residue on the cylinder head cover. The summary provided does not detail a specific repair procedure, required parts, or specialized tools. It indicates that the bulletin provides "information" regarding this condition. For a definitive diagnosis and recommended repair, owners should consult an authorized Audi service center.
What Owners Should Do
If you own a 2021, 2022, or 2023 Audi Q5 and have observed oil residue on the cylinder head cover, it is advisable to contact your local authorized Audi dealership. Reference manufacturer communication 11005856 when discussing this issue with service personnel. They will be able to inspect your vehicle and determine the appropriate course of action based on the information provided in the bulletin.
Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11005856
What Audi Q5 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 18 model years.
- 1,386
- Owner complaints
- 35
- Recalls
- 4,663
- Service bulletins
- 68
- Crashes reported
- 13
- Fires reported
- 63
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
45 complaints, the 13th most of 18 model years on file. Owners reported 5 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries for this year, which also has 8 recalls on file.
Engine, the system this article covers, accounts for 338 of 1,386 complaints (24%), including 11 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 2010 | 100 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 143 | |
| 2012 | 168 | |
| 2013 | 92 | |
| 2014 | 106 | |
| 2015 | 100 | |
| 2016 | 78 | |
| 2018 | 209 | |
| 2021 | 74 | |
| 2022 | 45 |
Most-reported systems
- Engine — 338
- Air Bags — 259
- Electrical System — 230
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 140
- Steering — 99
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 25V294000 — Engine (May 2025)
- 25V080000 — Electrical System (Feb 2025)
- 24V898000 — Electrical System (Nov 2024)
Recent owner reports about engine
3 times while driving engine stalled. Car will restart after coasting off road & restarting it. Been to two Audi dealers under warranty. Car displayed no fault code. Only happens occasionally so neither dealer has seen the problem to fix it.
Read owner complaints →Vehicle had first oil change at 10K miles on 1/1/2023 In April of 2023 started noticing smoke and a burning smell coming out of the engine, took car in to dealership.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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