2020 AUDI S5

4 recalls, 50 complaints - 790 TSBs

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

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,... Read more

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.

31,058 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SEATS

Defect Description

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 Passen... Read more

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 Rec... Read more

208,332 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

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, ... Read more

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.

40,993 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Defect Description

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.

5,426 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

50 total complaints 2 crashes 1 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	7
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	7
ENGINE	5
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	3
EXTERIOR LIGHTING	3
POWER TRAIN	3
STEERING	3
STRUCTURE	2
STRUCTURE:BODY	2
BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS	2

Incident date: Jul 26, 2025

I own a 2021 Cadillac Escalade that falls under the manufacturer recall issued by GM/Cadillac for engine problems associated with this specific make, model, and year. I received an official recall notice via both email and U.S. Postal Service, instructing me to take my vehicle to my local dealership... Read more

Incident date: Jul 26, 2025

The passenger side outside rear view mirror does not provide for a clear view on the passenger side of the vehicle. The adjustments on the mirror cannot be set to reduce or eliminate a blind spot on the vehicle. The mirror is not like a normal mirror from other vehicles. I have almost hit several ve... Read more

Incident date: Jul 26, 2025

Coolant leaking unknown source

Incident date: Jun 16, 2025

Car does not AC charge

Incident date: Jun 16, 2025

I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox). When the fuse pump relay overheated it shut fuel down going to the fuel pump, which caused the engine to stall. When the engine s... Read more

Incident date: Jun 16, 2025

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

I was driving one day and stopped at a stop light. I go to accelerate as the light changes, the vehicle moves forward a little then stops moving. The battery stayed on but it would no longer move or rev. So I was left stranded in the middle of the stop light. Thankfully a cop came by and helped me p... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

On 7/20/2025 the following warnings were displayed: Brake System Warning Light (BRAKE), ABS Warning Light, Lane keep Assist Light is white, Automatic Emergency Braking Disabled light stayed on, Traction Control system (TCS) electronic stability control light stays on. Messages: Auto Hold Unavailable... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Incident date: Jul 14, 2025

The suspension system has failed three times. The entire system has been replaced by the dealership twice under warranty. The most recent failure has not been addressed, as the dealer is now refusing to make further repairs. The suspension issues significantly affect vehicle handling and steering du... Read more

Incident date: Jul 13, 2025

1) power train system- P090C AND P090C-00 clutch b actuator circuit low causing transmission to slip. dangerous when driving 2) anti-lock brake system code U0401-00 and U3003-16

Incident date: Jul 14, 2025

The plastic roof trim panel on my 2015 Audi A3 is peeling and deteriorating significantly. This is not painted metal—it’s a separate, non-paintable plastic component that runs along the sunroof and roofline. The surface began flaking and lifting over time, and multiple independent body shops con... Read more

Incident date: Jul 5, 2025

My 2015 Cadillac Escalade suffered complete engine failure caused by a known design defect involving the Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifters and camshaft. This issue is documented in GM Technical Service Bulletins (TSB #15-06-01-002E and PIP5606C), which acknowledge lifter collapse, misfires, and i... Read more

Incident date: Jul 5, 2025

I have a recall been having this problem for months told them what was going on they said nothing was wrong. Months later recall got called for the fuel injector and replacement of high fuel injectors im a single mother. Check engine came on when I gas it..it won't go or goes slowly then takes off i... Read more

Incident date: Jul 23, 2025

The lane departure didn’t work as expected to avoid a crash. I was hurt and bruised due to the air bags never deployed after hit on right wheel number flew off causing my to go into 5 guard rails . The whole front end was destroyed into pieces “no airbags” I’m lucky to be alive. It was inspe... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jul 23, 2025

The headlight on the motorcycle is not fit for night riding. The factory setting provides an OK low beam, however, the high beam is pointed at the clouds. Adjusting the light to bring the high beam down to an acceptable level points the low beam so low that you can only see 10 feet in front of you... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2025

Over a distance of 1,718 miles, I measured my vehicle’s actual fuel consumption by recording odometer readings and fuel volume at each refill. I then compared these values to the average fuel economy (MPG) displayed on the vehicle's trip computer. The dashboard consistently underreported fuel cons... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2025

Me and my [XXX] was leaving on a road trip and my vehicles brakes lock up while I was driving. I did not have my brakes applied. The brakes locked up randomly with out applying them. I was only going 35mph. Thankfully we were not at freeway or highway speeds were it could have cause an accident. IN... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2025

The electronic instrument cluster went completely dark and would not come on after turning off the vehicle and locking and unlocking the truck. The dealer reset the cluster, but claims it was simply "overloaded." This is a major drivability issue as there is no speedometer, no indication of what g... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2025

Spare tire attached by cable underneath camper came loose and was bouncing around on road while still attached to spare tire cable. I had tightened up the spare tire cable prior to our 95 mile trip home, but the cable unwound while traveling until the spare tire started bouncing on road. Fortunate... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2025

The MMI spontaneously reboots numerous times while driving. When the reboots happen, the screen goes black and key systems such as the backup camera, rear obstacle detection, and navigation, become unavailable until the reboot completes and the systems reload. Restoring functionality requires user i... Read more

Incident date: Jul 14, 2025

My car’s Multi Media Interface (MMI) keeps restarting every 1 to 2 minutes everyday while driving the carThe MMI runs my navigation (not through my phone) and music by connecting to my phone with Bluetooth. It also shows me my backup camera and diagnostics with the car. Safety is affected by distr... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2025

On on my dashboard due to a faulty malfunction in my ABS module that can only be done at Honda dealership and has to be removed only by Honda and sent off for Honda to rebuild and then sent back for them only to replace Seems ridiculous to pay $3000 for this when it's all over the Internet that this... Read more

Incident date: Jul 15, 2025

I hit drive automatic transmission 2019 Honda odyssey and my van will only shift to second gear. I have noticed on my dashboard at this occurrence it shows a capital S which I believe it indicates second gear. The van stays in second and does not shift to third gear. I know other owners have comp... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2025

Engine is skipping when in reverse.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

We purchased a used car for my son to use in college. While driving on the hwy, the car started loosing power and just died on the side of the road. He was towed towed to a Ford dealer and was told he was leaking coolant into cylinder #4, which is a KNOWN PROBLEM AT FORD and an active recall for m... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Tire size was not correct. Actual was lt265/70r17 Rating 121/118S Just had two tires installed on the rear of the said truck. While pulling 5 ton bumper pull trailer, the amount of sidewall flex on these tires made it dangerous to drive. The amount of reverse track, which I don't know how to expla... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2025

Incident date: Jun 26, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly and jerked violently. The contact stated that the failure recurred consistently while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, and the contact was in... Read more

Incident date: Jun 25, 2025

None

Incident date: May 19, 2025

This has happened 8 times in a month span. The car is currently being looked at by the dealership and so far they can’t find anything wrong. When I’m stopped in traffic, my car’s engine turns off. Once the light turns green and I press on the accelerator I hear a beep and the car doesn’t m... Read more

Incident date: May 19, 2025

The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V170000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and refused to repair the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN... Read more

Incident date: May 19, 2025

The front camera system stopped working, so I lost access to Pre-Collision Assist—(e.g., Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking) as well as all other driver assistance feature. This would occur suddenly while I was driving (sometimes at highway speeds) where I'd have to swerve during a tur... Read more

Incident date: Jun 21, 2025

Day time running lamps on the side of the headlight have burnt out. First time it was the passenger side that died, had it replaced under warranty. then a few month later after my warranty was up, the driver side has now died as well. The fact I have had this truck 2 and a half year and both have fa... Read more

Incident date: Jun 1, 2025

MMI unit (HDU for Audi/radio/backup camera) keeps resetting. Lose picture when backing up. Definitely a safety hazard

Incident date: Jun 18, 2025

I purchased my 2020 Dodge Journey brand new. About 2 years ago the back up camera view flipped upside down. I took it to the dealership where I was told it wasn’t covered on a warranty and it would be close to $800 to replace. They said it has to be replaced and cannot just be fixed. After doing a... Read more

Incident date: Jun 5, 2025

Vehicle suddenly accelerated after pulling out of store parking lot at low speed into side street behind vehicle stopped at light (less than a car length in front) while pressing hard on brake. Vehicle lurched forward incrementally during the braking process, but vehicle kept accelerating causing v... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jun 5, 2025

The top front grill became detached at highway speeds

Incident date: Jun 5, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side exterior a pillar trim detached fro... Read more

Incident date: Mar 5, 2025

I was driving the truck and first I got a "Software Update Needed Vehicle must be parked and off" this was followed quickly be a "low tire pressure alarm" 3 times in a short distance then I got a message "Antilock brake issue do not drive over 62 MPH or vehicle may not stop" then the brakes began to... Read more

Fire 1 injured

Incident date: Feb 20, 2025

The headlight module failed in the middle of driving at night and caused me to pull over and get the vehicle towed. Took to the dealership and apparently it’s been an issue with these trucks and the headlight module fails and then burns out both headlights. There is no recall and is not covered by... Read more

Incident date: Feb 20, 2025

We leased this car in April of 2025. When we got the car it had a strong smell like gasoline. The dealer said it would go away in a few days. The smell only got worse, so the dealer picked it up to “clean it” He returned the car 2 days later in which the gas smell was even worse and made me dizz... Read more

Incident date: Feb 20, 2025

Incident date: Nov 18, 2022

While driving on the engine turned off without warning The car stalled in the middle of traffic.

Incident date: Sep 6, 2022

SOS, Bluetooth hands free are all failing to operate

Incident date: May 13, 2022

The Emergency Call Module Control Unit has now failed for the second time. If the vehicle were to be involved in a crash, the system will not be able to automatically call for assistance. Vehicle is already subject to Audi service campaign 90T2 to reflash emergency call module control unit, however... Read more

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 AUDI S5

2020 Audi S5 2 DR AWD

Category	Rating
Rollover Risk	0.0%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Standard
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

EPA Fuel Economy, 2020 AUDI S5

Trim / Engine	City MPG	Highway MPG	Combined MPG	Fuel Type	Annual Fuel Cost
3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic (S8) (All-Wheel Drive)	20.0	27.0	23.0	Premium	$3,300

CO2 Emissions: 393.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 AUDI S5

790 manufacturer communications from 550 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT	130
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	77
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	50
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	47
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	39
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	32
010000 STEERING	26
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE	26

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are scratches, or a coating on the cover of the instrument cluster, or particles in the housing.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the rear backrest release in the luggage compartment is inoperative.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the headlights do not turn off during daylight hours.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record into the PSS Database in instances where there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is noise when steering.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when the Apple CarPlay connection is dropped repeatedly in short intervals.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a wrong way driver warning in the MMI with MIB3.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Corrosion on wheelhouse cover plate P008700 - low fuel pressure P042000: Catalyst System,Bank1

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general troubleshooting for connection complaints related to Apple CarPlay.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when DTC P0A7D00 is stored.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the remote control key is inoperative.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a PSS Database record in instances where the radio favorites are lost/shortcuts are greyed out in vehicles with MIB3.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the DTC B200096 or B200000 is stored in the telematics control module; ConBox High.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information regarding ordering replacement parts for ConBox Low.

100000 POWER TRAIN

This bulletin provides information when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns in vehicles equipped with quattro Ultra.

138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This TSB describes a method for leak detection for R134A and R1234yf refrigerant platforms only.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information on the identification of noises in the dynamic steering.

350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

010000 STEERING

This bulletin provides information if there is noise when steering the vehicle.

119127 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the low coolant light is on but the coolant level is within specifications.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

This bulletin provides information when the exterior lights have moisture accumulation.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

This bulletin provides information from the front end and dash panel are heard when the vehicle is moving.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the brake pad wear indicator is on in the instrument cluster.

045200 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS

This bulletin provides information for when the brake pad wear indicator is on in the instrument cluster.

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicle will not charge Temp sensor D

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that a record be added to the PSS database in instances where the radio favorites are lost, shortcuts are greyed out on lower screen with MIB3 vehicles.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the star button function assignment is lost on the multifunction steering wheel is lost sporadically.

118200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:VIDEO MONITOR/SCREEN

This bulletin provides information on various improvements for MIB 3.

104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

This bulletin provides information when quattro Ultra has vibrations or binding in tight turns.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.

162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT

This bulletin provides information when there are noises coming from the trunk lid struts.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when water sloshing can be heard while driving.

020000 SUSPENSION

This bulletin provides information when DTCs B200FF0, B200FF1, B200FF3, or B200FF4, B200FF5 are stored in the J775 suspension control unit.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information for when Apple CarPlay pops up or takes over audio without user intervention in vehicles with the Audi Smartphone Interface.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information for when the low coolant light is illuminated but the coolant level is within specifications.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the Audi virtual cockpit is distorted due to a broken screen.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

This bulletin provides information for when there are noises from the headliner/sunroof area.

140200 AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT

This bulletin provides information for when there is a malfunction with the garage door opener, Sirius XM, Online radio, or other malfunctions; DTC B129B11, B129C22, B123C13, U044700, or B200000.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information for when there is a malfunction with the garage door opener, Sirius XM, Online radio, or other malfunctions; DTC B129B11, B129C22, B123C13, U044700, or B200000.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information regarding noises and/or vibrations in tight turns.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information when there are flickering lines in Audi virtual cockpit.

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

This bulletin provides information when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative in freezing weather.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.

220000 SEATS

This bulletin provides information for when the rear backrest release in the luggage compartment is inoperative.

118510 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.

118820 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL DESCENT ASSIST:SENSOR

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.

022000 SUSPENSION:REAR

This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a rattle noise from the rear suspension.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is a loss of coolant from the coolant pump - V6 TFSI.

138700 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

This bulletin provides information when there is a loss of coolant from the coolant pump - V6 TFSI.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when the configuration appears without apparent reason with MIB3.

031000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

This bulletin provides information for when there is a hard brake pedal while attempting to start the vehicle.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a hard brake pedal while attempting to start the vehicle.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when there is a message in the instrument cluster: :Instrument cluster: fault. Limited warning messages. Please contact workshop"; B200096.

162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Fuel pressure low. DTC P008700 Front window inoperative Air suspension warning - DTC P089200 charge handle doesn't release vehicl

150000 SEAT BELTS

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

020000 SUSPENSION

220000 SEATS

This bulletin requests that technicians create a record in the Pending Service Solutions database in instances where there is noise from the backrest of the front seat.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information regarding when the brake pedal is hard when attempting to start the vehicle.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

This bulletin provides information when the MMI screen is blank in MIB3 with Apple CarPlay.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This bulletin provides information when there are flickering lines in Audi virtual cockpit.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

This bulletin provides information on document requirements before replacement of the vehicle 12 V battery when it is is drained.

030000 BRAKES (PWS)

This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.

282000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS

This bulletin provides information for when there is a warning, warning jolt and/or brake engagement with Audi pre sense.

160000 STRUCTURE

This bulletin provides information for when the license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information for when the wireless charging does not work.

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

This bulletin provides information for when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative during freezing weather.

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

This bulletin provides information for the Audi pre sense restricted function icon displayed after the engine is started.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Noise from front door trim panel while driving Noise from front door trim panel while driving Low coolant warning in cluster, coolant level is correct Check engine lamp is on, DTC (s) P010600, P023600, P023700, P023800 3.0L engine sound

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information for when Outlook contacts are not accessible via the MMI when using Apple devices with MIB3.

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AUDI S5 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the AUDI S5 across all model years (2011, 2025).

22 Total Recalls

208 Total Complaints

0 Investigations

7 Reported Crashes

3 Reported Fires

0 Reported Deaths

AUDI S5 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2025	2	22	View
2024	0	2	View
2023	1	3	View
2022	2	2	View
2021	5	1	View
2020 (current)	4	50
2019	4	6	View
2018	2	40	View
2016	0	3	View
2015	0	4	View
2014	0	7	View
2013	0	20	View
2012	1	10	View
2011	1	9	View
2010	0	26	View
2008	0	3	View

Other AUDI Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
A6	205	2,172	View
Q5	151	1,727	View
A8	138	357	View
Q7	134	1,343	View
A4	129	3,629	View
A7	120	209	View
S6	118	187	View
S3	111	122	View

Vehicle Safety

Consumer Safety

Infrastructure

Public Health

2020 AUDI S5

Complaint Statistics

Top Reported Components

NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 AUDI S5

Safety Technology

EPA Fuel Economy, 2020 AUDI S5

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 AUDI S5

Most Affected Components

AUDI S5 - All Years Overview

AUDI S5 - Year by Year

Other AUDI Models