2025 Audi A5 recalls

2 safety recalls, 9 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

2Recalls
9Complaints
0Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2025 Audi A5 recall list

Seat Belts recall

25V-899
December 20, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
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."
Safety risk
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.

Seat Belts recall

25V-638
September 24, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Problem
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.
Safety risk
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.

2025 Audi A5 owner complaints

9 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Electrical System3
Forward Collision Avoidance3
Engine2
Structure2
Unknown or Other1
Back Over Prevention1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Tires1

Recent complaints

August 19, 2026Forward Collision Avoidance

Vehicle performs a complete stop in the middle of a drive on the freeway. I loose sight of where I am going due to this sudden break, without knowing the UNKNOWN OF WHAT WILL HAPPEN. The vehicle has been inspected by Audi dealership over four times for this issue, in which they are not resolving this problem and stating nothing has been discovered by the scanner. The only message followed by the immediate breaking is ,"Emergency Assist: Cancelled". I have been denied a buyback two times because it's not considered a "repair". They are not taking my situation and safety concern seriously and I am hopeless.

July 17, 2026StructureUnknown or Other

I have Autoimmune disorder and extreme inflammation. Simply Google Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp to truly understand how much i hate my glass or whatever material roof which after Ceramic Tinting limousine tint the roof my condition has worsen since I got this vehicle last November. I've always had Audis and I need help please!

July 11, 2026Electrical SystemBack Over Prevention

The MMI infotainment head unit reboots spontaneously and repeatedly while the vehicle is in operation. The screen freezes, goes black, and restarts, reliably within 7-8 minutes of completing the previous boot. This repeats continuously for the duration of any drive. I have verified this is not related to a connected phone. I tested with three different phones on three different operating systems, and with no phone connected and powered off entirely. The reboot cycle occurs identically in all cases, whenever the vehicle is running. The critical safety failure: if the vehicle is placed in reverse near the time of a reboot, the crash disables all Parking Assist functions. The rear backup camera

June 23, 2026Engine

The contact owns a 2025 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated without warning to approximately 20 MPH. The contact activated the hazard lights and safely maneuvered the vehicle onto the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle remained stopped for approximately five minutes before restarting the vehicle. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally, and the contact was able to drive to the residence. The contact notified a dealer of the failure, and the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The dealer found no faults, software issues, or mechanical failures with the vehicle. The contact was unaware if the

May 23, 2026Vehicle Speed ControlForward Collision Avoidance

driving vehicle down the highway with the cruise control on and it will suddenly slam on the brakes. decreasing the speed rapidly almost causing a rear end accident. Has been brought to drealer for repairs 5 times with no results still does it . to;d repair coming in 3rd quater of 2026 vehicle is dangerous to drive appears to be a problem with these cars do not believe ours is a isolated condition. feel vehicle should not be driven on road Does not give any indication that its going to happen or when just does it whenever it wants and occurs quite a bit

2025 Audi A5 crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2025 Audi A5 Sportback 4 DR AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2025 Audi A5 Sedan 4 DR AWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated
2025 Audi A5 Sedan 4 DR FWDNot ratedNot ratedNot ratedNot rated

Driver aids on the tested 2025 Audi A5: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 9.9%.

2025 Audi A5 recall FAQ

Does the 2025 Audi A5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 Audi A5. The most recent, filed December 20, 2025, concerns the seat belts.

What are the most common 2025 Audi A5 problems?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is electrical system (3 reports), followed by forward collision avoidance.

Is the 2025 Audi A5 safe?

The 2025 Audi A5 earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2025 Audi A5?

Contact any authorized Audi dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.

This page combines NHTSA records for: A5 Sportback, A5 Sedan.