According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013 Audi S5 has 1 documented issue. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2010-2017 Audi S5 3.0L supercharged V6, audi TSB 2060033/3 covers S5 model years 2013-2016 and S5 Cabriolet model years 2010-2017 with the 3.0L engine when the MIL is on and/or noise is traced to the crankcase breather; P052E00 may be stored. Audi TSB 2060259/1 separately covers S5 and S5 Cabriolet model years 2012-2017 when noise is verified from the lower compressor/intake-manifold area and P052E00 is stored, identifying a possible cracked elbow. The bulletins do not support a universal failure before 100,000 miles, the former lean-code bundle, oil-change prevention or automatic water-pump/thermostat replacement.
Noise from the lower compressor/intake-manifold area for the elbow branch
How to Fix
Verify the body style, model year and P052E00 condition first. For the applicable membrane branch, use the specified hand-vacuum test, then inspect the membrane and metal plates after compressor/intake-manifold removal; replace only the faulted membrane/plate repair kit or crankcase breather per current Audi instructions. If testing identifies the elbow branch, replace the elbow and hose clip as directed by TSB 2060259/1. Do not assume that both branches or unrelated cooling parts require replacement.
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2013 Audi S5 has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: 2010-2017 S5 3.0L Crankcase-Breather P052E00 - Body/Year Diagnosis. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Audi S5 reliable?
The 2013 Audi S5 has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2010-2017 Audi S5 2010-2017 S5 3.0L Crankcase-Breather P052E00 - Body/Year Diagnosis?
Audi TSB 2060033/3 covers S5 model years 2013-2016 and S5 Cabriolet model years 2010-2017 with the 3.0L engine when the MIL is on and/or noise is traced to the crankcase breather; P052E00 may be stored. Audi TSB 2060259/1 separately covers S5 and S5 Cabriolet model years 2012-201… Severity: medium.
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