2012 Audi A5
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2012 Audi A5.
What to watch for on the 2012 Audi A5
Timing Chain Tensioner Failure (2009 to 2012)
On early engines the timing chain tensioner can lose tension and let the chain jump, which wrecks the valves.
Excessive Oil Consumption (2009 to 2012)
Some engines from these years burn a quart of oil every 1,000 miles or worse through their piston rings.
2 more known problems on the 2012 A5
Your guide shows all of them and which apply to the exact car, and what to ask the seller.
What 22 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2012 Audi A5 at a glance
- Trims
- PremiumPremium PlusPrestige
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbo, 3.2L 6-Cylinder
- Transmission
- CVT, Automatic 8-spd, Manual 6-spd, Automatic 6-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- Coupe
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2012 Audi A5?
Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2012 Audi A5 with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. No recall campaigns are on file for this model year. Known problems on its engines include timing chain tensioner failure, excessive oil consumption and pcv valve failure. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2012 Audi A5 reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2012 Audi A5?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2012 Audi A5 listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.