Audi A5 recalls

48 official safety recalls for the Audi A5 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Rear seat belt retractor may not lock for a child seat

    Reported December 19, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V89900027,768 vehicles affected

    The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed with the seat belt, leaving the seat improperly secured and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect and replace the rear seat belt assemblies as needed free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
    Consequence
    An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

  2. Front seat belt retractor torsion bar may fail

    Reported September 24, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V6380001,042 vehicles affected

    A production-damaged torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may fail, preventing the belt from properly restraining an occupant in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
    Consequence
    In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 26, 2025.

  3. Front airbag inflator may explode

    Reported August 8, 2025Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2025/387258 vehicles affected

    The inflator may explode when the airbag deploys, ejecting metal fragments that could cause life-threatening or fatal injuries. The affected airbags will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Stop-drive TAKATA PSAN
    Defect
    Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.
    Remedy
    Affected airbags will be be replaced. You can contact Audi's dedicated Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM.

  4. Rear seat backrest weld may fail in a crash

    Reported March 19, 2025Model years 2024–2025DVSA recall R/2025/1109 vehicles affected

    An inadequate weld may mean the rear seat backrest does not meet crash safety requirements, increasing injury risk to rear passengers in a frontal collision if heavy loads are in the luggage compartment. The right rear seat backrest will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Replacing rear seat backrest
    Defect
    The rear seat backrest may not comply with crash safety requirements due to an inadequate weld joint. This means that there is an increased risk of rear seat passengers being injured in the event of a frontal collision if heavy loads are being transported in the luggage compartment. Until the repair has been performed we request that you do not transport any heavy loads in the luggage compartment.
    Remedy
    For safety reasons it is necessary to replace the right rear seat backrest.

  5. Passenger air bag may be deactivated

    Reported April 3, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V25100091 vehicles affected

    An electrical connection in the front passenger seat may loosen and deactivate the passenger air bag, which then may not deploy in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the occupant detection system control module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
    Consequence
    A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  6. Driver airbag housing may burst

    Reported February 6, 2023Model years 2009–2011DVSA recall R/2023/05238,603 vehicles affected

    If the front airbag deploys, its gas generator housing may burst. The driver-side airbag unit will be replaced as a precaution.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    Replacing TAKATA passenger airbag gas generator
    Defect
    If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
    Remedy
    As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the driver side.

  7. Infotainment unit may disable rearview camera display

    Reported October 26, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V8060006,076 vehicles affected

    The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, leaving the rearview camera display inoperative the next time it is started and reducing rear visibility. Dealers will replace the unit free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  8. Rearview camera may display a blank screen

    Reported October 5, 2022Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 22V742000170,296 vehicles affected

    A software issue may cause a blank screen instead of the rearview camera image when reversing, reducing rear visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  9. Tire and loading label may show incorrect weight limit

    Reported February 23, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V10200049 vehicles affected

    An incorrect maximum combined weight on the tire and loading label could lead to overloading and increase crash risk. Dealers will install a corrected label free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 RS5 coupe and RS5 Sportback vehicles. The value for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo on the B-pillar Tire and Loading information label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."
    Consequence
    While referencing the B-pillar label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will install a corrected label on the B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 44S3.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  10. Rear wheel alignment may be changed unnoticed

    Reported February 14, 2022Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2022/03642,616 vehicles affected

    Toe or camber values on the rear axle may have been changed incorrectly after a previous campaign without being noticed. Wheel alignment will be checked and the suspension serviced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FOLLOWING A PREVIOUS CAMPAIGN THE TOE AND/OR CAMBER VALUES ON THE REAR AXLE MAY IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES INCORRECTLY BE CHANGED WITHOUT THIS BEING NOTICED
    Defect
    Following a previous campaign the toe and/or camber values on the rear axle may in certain circumstances incorrectly be changed without this being noticed.
    Remedy
    The wheel alignment must be checked and if necessary the suspension must be serviced on the affected vehicles.

  11. Rear axle misalignment may cause tire wear

    Reported January 26, 2022Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 22V03400031,058 vehicles affected

    The rear axle alignment may not have been checked after earlier repairs. Misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear and increase crash risk. Dealers will inspect and adjust the alignment and replace affected tires free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
    Consequence
    Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  12. Seat heater cable fault may disable passenger airbag

    Reported November 10, 2021Model years 2018–2020NHTSA campaign 21V874000208,332 vehicles affected

    A faulty seat heater cable connection may cause the system to misdiagnose a fault and disable the passenger airbag, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Dealers will replace the cable and either the heating mat or the entire seat cover free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
    Consequence
    A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  13. Rear-view camera image may not display

    Reported October 20, 2021Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 21V8250002,857 vehicles affected

    A software error may prevent the rear-view image from displaying when reversing, reducing the driver's rear view and increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
    Consequence
    A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  14. Rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early

    Reported August 5, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V60600045,496 vehicles affected

    The rear seat belt retractors may deactivate early, preventing a child restraint from securing properly and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the middle rear seat belt assemblies and replace them if necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  15. Rear axle suspension link nuts may not meet specifications

    Reported June 25, 2021Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2021/23680,712 vehicles affected

    One or more nuts fitted to the rear axle suspension links may not meet specifications. The affected nuts will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REAR AXLE SUSPENSION LINKS NUTS DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS
    Defect
    One or more nuts which do not meet the specifications may have been fitted on the rear axle suspension links.
    Remedy
    The affected nuts on the rear axle will be replaced on affected vehicles.

  16. Towing bracket hinge lock may be faulty

    Reported June 7, 2021Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2021/204789 vehicles affected

    The locking mechanism in the hinged towing bracket may be faulty. The hinge module will be checked and replaced if necessary.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN FITTED WITH A HINGED TOWING BRACKET ON WHICH THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE HINGE MODULE COULD BE FAULTY
    Defect
    Vehicles may have been fitted with a hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism in the hinge module could be faulty.
    Remedy
    The hinge module for the towing bracket must be checked and where necessary replaced on the vehicles affected.

  17. Rear axle trailing arm lock nut may break

    Reported April 26, 2021Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 21V29500040,993 vehicles affected

    Stress corrosion may break a rear axle trailing arm lock nut, misaligning the axle and causing loss of control. Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if needed, the associated bolts, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
    Consequence
    A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  18. Incorrect battery terminal cover may disrupt power

    Reported December 9, 2020Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 20V7600002,355 vehicles affected

    In a rear crash, the incorrect positive battery terminal cover may compromise the 12-volt supply, preventing doors from opening from outside or hazard lights from working. Dealers will replace the cover, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Coupe vehicles. An incorrect positive battery terminal cover was installed.
    Consequence
    In the event of a rear crash, the incorrect cover can cause the 12-volt power supply to be compromised, preventing the vehicle doors from being opened from the outside, or the hazard warning lights from functioning, increasing risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive terminal cover, free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 27i6.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  19. Rear light wiring may lack abrasion protection

    Reported November 25, 2020Model years 2020–2021NHTSA campaign 20V7370005,426 vehicles affected

    Without abrasion protection, the rear light wiring may be damaged in a rear crash. This could prevent doors from opening from outside and disable hazard lights, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The wiring harness for the rear lights could be missing the anti-abrasion protection in the area of the spare wheel well.
    Consequence
    Without the scuff protection, the wires may become damaged during a rear crash, disabling the doors from being opened from the outside, causing a loss of hazard lights, and increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EU.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  20. Seat frame may not be secured to rail

    Reported October 26, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/30224 vehicles affected

    The driver or front passenger seat frame may not be bolted correctly to its rail. The connection will be checked and the frame replaced if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT FRAME MAY NOT BE BOLTED CORRECTLY TO THE RAIL ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES
    Defect
    The seat frame may not have been bolted correctly to the seat rail on the driver and/or front passenger side
    Remedy
    Check the affected seat frame connection and replace the frame if required.

  21. Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator

    Reported June 30, 2020Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2020/138174,910 vehicles affected

    Moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator. It will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    MOISTURE MAY ENTER THE BELT-DRIVEN STARTER-ALTERNATOR
    Defect
    It is possible that moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator.
    Remedy
    The starter-alternator must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

  22. Passenger air bag may be disabled

    Reported July 24, 2019Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 19V547000145,337 vehicles affected

    Oxidation on a passenger detection system cable may cause a malfunction to be diagnosed incorrectly and disable the passenger air bag, increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will install cable ties on the harness free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
    Consequence
    A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  23. Towing bracket hinge lock may be faulty

    Reported June 3, 2019Model years 2015–2018DVSA recall R/2019/175540 vehicles affected

    The locking mechanism in the hinged towing bracket may be faulty. The hinge module will be checked and replaced if required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    THE LOCKING MECHANISM IN THE HINGED TOWING BRACKET COULD BE FAULTY
    Defect
    Hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism in the hinge module could be faulty.
    Remedy
    The hinge module for the towing bracket must be checked and replaced if required.

  24. Shock absorber fork may lack rigidity

    Reported May 9, 2019Model years 2019DVSA recall R/2019/149170 vehicles affected

    A casting error may make the shock absorber fork less rigid. Dealers will replace the affected forks.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AN ERROR IN THE CASTING PROCESS MAY AFFECT THE RIGIDITY OF THE SHOCK ABSORBER FORK
    Defect
    An error in the casting process may affect the rigidity of the shock absorber fork.
    Remedy
    The corresponding shock absorber forks must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

  25. Fuel may escape from the fuel rails

    Reported March 18, 2019Model years 2014–2016DVSA recall R/2019/09916,578 vehicles affected

    Fuel may escape from one or both low-pressure fuel rails. The low-pressure fuel rails on both cylinder banks will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY ESCAPE FROM ONE OR BOTH FUEL RAILS
    Defect
    It is possible that fuel may escape from one or both fuel rails (low-pressure side).
    Remedy
    The fuel rails for the low-pressure side of both cylinder banks must be replaced on the affected vehicles.

  26. Front shock absorber forks may crack

    Reported February 20, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V11400034 vehicles affected

    The front shock absorber forks may crack, allowing the shock absorbers to loosen and impair steering, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the forks free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019 Q7, Q8, S5 Cabriolet, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The front shock absorber forks may develop cracks allowing the shock absorbers to loosen.
    Consequence
    Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash.
    Remedy
    Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the shock absorber forks, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 40O4.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  27. Front suspension fasteners may loosen

    Reported December 17, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V89300036 vehicles affected

    Front suspension fasteners may not be tight enough, possibly causing a front wheel to become loose and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the fasteners and replace them as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of North America (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback vehicles. The front suspension fasteners may not have been sufficiently tightened during vehicle production, possibly resulting in a front wheel becoming loose.
    Consequence
    A loose front wheel may increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the front suspension fasteners, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 23, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 40O2.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  28. Passenger airbag bolts may be too loose

    Reported December 14, 2018Model years 2017DVSA recall R/2018/36516 vehicles affected

    The bolts securing the passenger airbag module may not be tightened to the correct torque. They will be checked and replaced as required.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE BOLTS SECURING TO THE DASH PANEL MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED
    Defect
    Air bag securing bolts may not be to the correct torque.
    Remedy
    Check and replace bolts as required.

  29. Passenger air bag mounting screw may be loose

    Reported November 27, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V83600012 vehicles affected

    A passenger air bag mounting screw may not be sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting air bag deployment and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will inspect the screw and tighten or replace it as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Sportback and 2017-2018 Audi A4 Allroad vehicles. A passenger air bag module mounting screw may not have been sufficiently tightened, possibly affecting the deployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
    Consequence
    If the air bag does not deploy correctly in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of an injury.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air bag mounting screw, tightening or replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Y4.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  30. Coolant pump may overheat and fail

    Reported June 11, 2018Model years 2011–2017DVSA recall R/2018/152274 vehicles affected

    Moisture may enter the additional coolant pump's electronics, causing overheating and failure. Localised smouldering damage may occur and, in some cases, the vehicle may catch fire. The pump will be replaced and the engine control unit software updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    RISK OF OVERHEATING AND FAILURE OF ADDITIONAL COOLANT PUMP
    Defect
    On affected vehicles moisture may enter the electronic components and cause overheating and failure of the additional coolant pump. localised smoulder damage cannot be ruled out and in individual cases may cause vehicle to catch fire.
    Remedy
    The additional coolant pump must be replaced and in addition a software update of the engine control unit must be carried out

  31. Passenger seat airbag may deploy improperly

    Reported May 16, 2018Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 18V325000548 vehicles affected

    The front passenger seat airbag may have been folded incorrectly and could deploy improperly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Dealers will replace the seat-mounted airbag free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
    Consequence
    If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  32. Door speaker trim may detach and cause injury

    Reported April 30, 2018Model years 2014–2017DVSA recall R/2018/08610,184 vehicles affected

    Aluminium trim may detach from the front or rear door speaker trim, exposing sharp edges that could cause cuts or other injuries. All four aluminium strips will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    ALUMINIUM TRIM MAY PARTLY DETACH FROM LOUDSPEAKER TRIM IN DOORS AND CAUSE INJURY TO OCCUPANTS
    Defect
    The aluminium trim may become detached from the loud speaker trim in the front or rear doors. Cuts and other injuries from the sharp edges may occur.
    Remedy
    The affected vehicles will be recalled and all four aluminium strips on the loud speaker trims will be replaced.

  33. Coolant pump may overheat or short-circuit

    Reported April 11, 2018Model years 2013–2017NHTSA campaign 18V229000342,867 vehicles affected

    Debris may block the electric coolant pump and cause it to overheat, or moisture may cause it to short-circuit. Either condition can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
    Consequence
    A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  34. Air conditioning heater element may overheat

    Reported February 19, 2018Model years 2011–2015DVSA recall R/2018/051457,148 vehicles affected

    The auxiliary heater element may overheat at its connectors, causing smouldering damage or potentially a fire. The element will be replaced with one that has improved electrical connectors.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT
    Defect
    The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as the result of overheating in the area of the connectors. This can lead to smoulder damage or potentially a fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and change the auxiliary heater element for one with optimised electrical connectors.

  35. Driver air bag inflator may explode

    Reported January 30, 2018Model years 2010–2012NHTSA campaign 18V082000162,782 vehicles affected

    Excessive internal pressure may cause the driver air bag inflator to explode when the air bag deploys, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the inflator with an alternative one free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  36. Auxiliary heater may overheat or fail

    Reported January 8, 2018Model years 2011–2015DVSA recall R/2017/334134,796 vehicles affected

    The auxiliary heater element may overheat around its connectors, fail, and cause smouldering damage or a potential fire. An element with improved electrical connectors will be fitted, and the air conditioning control software updated.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AUXILLIARY HEATER ELEMENT IN AIR CONDITIONING MAY FAIL AND/OR OVERHEAT
    Defect
    The auxilliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail as a result of overheating in the area of the connectors in conjunction with smoulder damage or potential fire.
    Remedy
    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and fit an auxilliary heater element with opimised electrical connectors. The activation of the electric auxilliary heater must be adjusted by updating the software for the air conditioning control console.

  37. Head curtain air bag may not unfold properly

    Reported December 20, 2017Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 17V8220008,037 vehicles affected

    A head curtain air bag may not unfold properly in a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury. Dealers will modify the air bags so they deploy properly, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Audi A5 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles were built with head curtain air bag assemblies that may not unfold properly. As such, these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the head curtain air bag, if the air bag does not deploy properly, the vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will modify the head curtain air bags so that they deploy properly, free of charge. The recall began on January 18, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 11-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69T7.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  38. Door speaker trim may come loose, exposing sharp edges

    Reported October 25, 2017Model years 2018NHTSA campaign 17V67500031,323 vehicles affected

    Aluminium trim around the door speakers can come loose, exposing sharp edges that may injure occupants. Dealers will replace the speaker cover trim free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad, and 2018 A5 Sportback vehicles. The aluminum trim on the front and rear doors can come loose from around the door speakers, leaving sharp edges exposed.
    Consequence
    The sharp edges of the speaker trim increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the speaker cover aluminum trim, free of charge. The recall began March 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 70G6.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  39. Auxiliary heater wires may overheat or melt

    Reported October 5, 2017Model years 2013–2016NHTSA campaign 17V622000216,913 vehicles affected

    Corrosion in the auxiliary heater connector may cause its wires to overheat or melt, increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will replace the heater and update the software if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
    Consequence
    The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  40. Coolant pump may overheat

    Reported May 1, 2017Model years 2011–2016DVSA recall R/2017/11511,376 vehicles affected

    Foreign particles in the coolant may block the additional coolant pump and cause it to overheat. Software will deactivate the pump if it malfunctions, and the pump will be replaced if it has malfunctioned.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    COOLANT PUMP MAY OVERHEAT
    Defect
    Foreign particles in the engine coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.Foreign particles in the coolant can lead to a blockage in the additional coolant pump and cause the pump to overheat.
    Remedy
    Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and update the software which will deactivate the additional coolant pump in the event of malfunction. If there has been a malfunction of the additional water pump it will be replaced.

  41. Seat belt pretensioner component may detach

    Reported March 8, 2017Model years 2017NHTSA campaign 17V1500001,676 vehicles affected

    A component in the seat belt retractor pretensioners may detach when they deploy in a crash. The seat belts will still work as intended, but the loose component could strike someone and cause injury. Dealers will replace the retractors and pretensioners free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. A component within the front, rear, and rear center seat belt retractor pretensioners may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed in the event of a crash.
    Consequence
    Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, the pretensioner component may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety belt retractors/pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began on June 28,2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69O8.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  42. Airbags or seat belt pretensioners may not deploy

    Reported February 20, 2017Model years 2016DVSA recall R/2017/07815,732 vehicles affected

    A manufacturing error may prevent an airbag or seat belt pretensioner from triggering in a collision. The airbag assembly and, where necessary, the seat belt pretensioner will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    AIRBAG/BELT TENSIONERS MAY NOT TRIGGER IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT
    Defect
    Due to an error in the manufacturing process the air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner may not trigger in the event of a collision
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace air bag assembly and seta belt pretensioner where necessary.

  43. Coolant pump may overheat and cause a fire

    Reported January 3, 2017Model years 2013–2017NHTSA campaign 17V002000342,867 vehicles affected

    Debris may block the electric coolant pump, causing it to overheat and increasing the risk of fire. Dealers will update the software to deactivate power to the pump if it becomes blocked, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
    Consequence
    If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  44. Airbag control unit may corrode and fail

    Reported May 27, 2016Model years 2008–2009NHTSA campaign 16V3760008,381 vehicles affected

    The airbag control unit may corrode and fail, preventing airbags from deploying in a crash and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the control unit free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
    Consequence
    If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
    Remedy
    Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  45. Driver airbag inflator may rupture

    Reported February 10, 2016Model years 2010–2012NHTSA campaign 16V078000659,493 vehicles affected

    The driver airbag inflator may rupture when deployed, sending metal fragments into the vehicle and potentially seriously injuring or killing occupants. Dealers will replace the driver airbag inflators, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
    Consequence
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  46. Fuel may leak from injector rails

    Reported April 20, 2015Model years 2011–2012DVSA recall R/2015/0317,511 vehicles affected

    Fuel may leak from the injector rails; drivers may notice a fuel smell or see evidence of a leak. The injector rails and seals will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL MAY LEAK
    Defect
    Fuel may leak from the injector rails. Drivers may notice a smell of fuel and or evidence of a leak
    Remedy
    On affected vehicles replace injector rails and seals.

  47. Fuel injection system may leak

    Reported January 20, 2015Model years 2011–2012NHTSA campaign 15V01900026,008 vehicles affected

    The fuel injection system may leak, and fuel near an ignition source can cause a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel rails and seals free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
    Defect
    Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Audi S4, S5, Q7, 2012 Audi A6, Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid, and 2012-2013 Audi A7 vehicles. In the affected vehicles the fuel injection system may experience a fuel leak.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the injection system in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rails and corresponding seals, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2015. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 24AP for Audi customers and 24BK for Volkswagen customers.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  48. Engine oil may reduce brake servo assistance

    Reported October 1, 2014Model years 2012–2014DVSA recall R/2014/09834,530 vehicles affected

    Engine oil may enter the brake servo through the vacuum feed line, causing its diaphragm to rupture and reducing brake assistance. The vacuum line will be replaced.

    Official DVSA recall text
    Component
    REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE
    Defect
    On affected vehicles engine oil may in isolated instances enter the brake servo via the vacuum feed lie.This may cause the brake servo diaphragm to rupture and loss of brake servo assistance.
    Remedy
    Replace vacuum line on affected vehicles.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

Back to the Audi A5