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2016 Audi S5Recalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2016 Audi S5. Most complaints involve steering (1) and electrical system (1). The EPA rates it 20–21 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
20–21mpg
EPA · 3 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$3,800est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2016 Audi S5 as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 29, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Nov 2020 – Nov 2020
  1. Steering1
  2. Electrical system1
  3. Electronic stability control (esc)1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each S5 model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
20083
201020
20118
201210
201316
20146
20152
20161
201826
20196
202025
20211
20242
202511
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 29, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

1 report
“HELLO - MY 2016 AUDI S5 COUPE WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION HAS HAD AN ELECTRONIC STEERING RACK ERROR FOR SOME TIME NOW. THE ISSUE AROSE AFTER DRIVING IN RAINY CONDITIONS (BUT NOT IN STANDING WATER). THE STEERING RACK IN MY CAR PROVIDES ELECTRONIC ASSISTANCE TO MY STEERING WHEEL MOVEMENTS WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTROL MODULE FOR THE STEERING RACK IS LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM CAR'S MOTOR WITH THREE ELECTRICAL PLUGS FOR POWER AND STEERING. THESE PLUGS ARE NOT WEATHER PROOF. AS A RESULT MY STEERING RACK HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING AN ISSUE AND AN ERROR IS PRESENT IN THE CAR'S ECU. A QUICK SEARCH ONLINE ABOUT THIS ISSUE SHOWS THE RACK IS WIDELY USED ACROSS MULTIPLE AUDI PLATFORMS AND HAS NOT BEEN RECALLED OR REMEDIED BY AUDI.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Nov 2, 2020Steering, Electrical system, Electronic stability control (esc)ODI 11372723

Electrical system

1 report

Electronic stability control (esc)

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 29, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

3 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl supercharged
Transmissions
Automatic (AM-S7) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
S5
Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive
182821$3,800413
S5 Cabriolet
Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive
182621$3,800428
S5
Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg · All-Wheel Drive
172620$4,000439
  • S5
    Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg
    18 city · 28 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • S5 Cabriolet
    Auto (AM-S7), 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg
    18 city · 26 hwy · $3,800/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
  • S5
    Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L, Sup Charg
    17 city · 26 hwy · $4,000/yr
    20
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 29, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2016 Audi S5 as of Oct 29, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 29, 2026Vehicle 10346Vehicle 10345
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2016 S5 questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Audi S5 have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 29, 2026.

What are the most common 2016 Audi S5 problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (1), electrical system (1), electronic stability control (esc) (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2016 Audi S5 get?

The EPA rates the 2016 Audi S5 at 20–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (3 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 29, 2026