2023 AUDI S5

1 recalls, 3 complaints - 467 TSBs

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Defect Description

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 conn... Read more

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.

91 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints 1 crashes 1 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	1
AIR BAGS	1
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	1

Incident date: Nov 29, 2025

Recall R25C8 affects my 2022 Leaf’s battery cells and makes Level 3 charging unsafe. The proposed software only detects the defect and may disable the car. It does not fix the battery. I request repurchase or replacement of the vehicle. I also want to note that EVgo, one of the largest fast charg... Read more

Incident date: Aug 10, 2025

On [XXX], at approximately [XXX], I was involved in a major collision in Northridge, California, while driving my 2023 Toyota [Model], VIN: [XXX] . While making a left turn from [XXX] to [XXX], my vehicle was struck on the driver’s side/front area. I was wearing my seatbelt. Despite the severity o... Read more

Crash 1 injured

Incident date: Jan 7, 2023

Fuel gauge does not move at all and showed tank was 5/8 full. However, when I was on the freeway, the vehicle stalled because I was out of gas. Luckily, I was on the right lane and therefore was able to pull over to the side without an incident. This is a new vehicle with faulty fuel sensors. Audi s... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 AUDI S5

467 manufacturer communications from 334 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	41
350000 EQUIPMENT	37
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	36
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	28
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL	26
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL	23
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT	19
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	17

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when the message Safe CP is in the cluster, with DTC U110100, C114E54.

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.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using the Wi-Fi connection (Wireless Carplay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when there is an Engine Start system warning or Power unit start system warning, B200047.

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.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information when the message Safe CP appears in the instrument cluster; DTC U110100; C115E54.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when the message Safe CP appears in the instrument cluster; DTC U110100; C115E54.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS database in instances where engine control unit drive system faults P060C00, and U041600 are stored.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS database in instances where engine control unit drive system faults P060C00, and U041600 are stored.

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.

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.

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 when the MIL is illuminated, P045600 Very Small Leak detected - NVLD.

061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

This bulletin provides information when the MIL is illuminated, P045600 Very Small Leak detected - NVLD.

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 when the DTC B1916F5 is entered in address word 0075.

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

This bulletin provides information when the DTC B1916F5 is entered in address word 0075.

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

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the radio plays when the vehicle is parked.

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

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the radio plays when the vehicle is parked.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This Pending Service Solution (PSS) requests that technicians create a record in the PSS database in instances where the message Safe CP is in the instrument cluster and DTC U110100, C115E54 is stored.

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.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This bulletin provides information when DTC B200047 is stored, and the message Engine Start system warning, OR Power unit start system warning is displayed.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This bulletin provides information when DTC B200047 is stored, and the message Engine Start system warning, OR Power unit start system warning is displayed.

061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)

This Pending Service Solutions (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS database in instances where the Engine control unit drive system stores faults P060C00 and U041600.

060000 ENGINE (PWS)

This Pending Service Solutions (PSS) requests that technicians enter a record in the PSS database in instances where the Engine control unit drive system stores faults P060C00 and U041600.

274200 LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

This bulletin provides information for when the message "Audi Active Lane Assist/Traffic Jam Assist: malfunction" appears, and DTC U112300 is stored in one of two control modules.

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

350000 EQUIPMENT

This bulletin provides information when Apple CarPlay cannot be started using Wi-Fi connection (Wireless CarPlay).

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.

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

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

020000 SUSPENSION

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

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin requests that technicians create a record in the Pending Service Solutions database in instances where the incorrect time is shown on the instrument cluster, or the MMI display.

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.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

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

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

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

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

This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

This bulletin provides information when the wireless connection for the Audi Smartphone Interface drops out in specific areas.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This bulletin provides information for when there is a pixel error in the Audi virtual cockpit.

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.

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.

353630 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI

This bulletin requests that a record be entered into the Pending Service Solutions database in instances where the Bluetooth is inoperable or greyed out, Audi connect features are in operable, there is an antenna malfunction or there is an

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

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

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin requests that technicians create a PSS record in the Pending Service Solutions Database in instance where Safe CP showing in the instrument cluster with DTC U110100.

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.

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.

220000 SEATS

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

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This bulletin provides information when ConBox: DTC B1916F5 or B191604 entered in address word 0075

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when the status display in the instrument cluster is empty.

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.

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

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 when there is a loss of coolant from the coolant pump - V6 TFSI.

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.

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.

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

This bulletin provides information for when the status display in the instrument cluster is empty.

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

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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 (current)	1	3
2022	2	2	View
2021	5	1	View
2020	4	50	View
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

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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

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