CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Audi A5 has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (8 reports).
2018 Audi A5 recalls
Passenger Airbag May Be Wrongly Turned Off in a Crash
A fault in the cable linking the front passenger seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System can cause an intermittent contact problem.
Passenger Air Bag May Be Disabled, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Corrosion (oxidation) on the cable connecting the passenger occupant detection system can cause the software to wrongly detect a fault and switch off the front passenger air bag.
Front Suspension Bolts May Loosen, Risking a Loose Wheel and Crash
Some vehicles may have had front suspension fasteners that were not tightened enough during production.
Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
A passenger-side front air bag inflator module mounting screw may not have been tightened enough.
Side curtain airbags may not deploy properly in a crash
Certain 2018 vehicles were built with head curtain airbags that may not unfold properly.
Door Speaker Trim Can Loosen, Exposing Sharp Edges
The aluminum trim around the front and rear door speakers can come loose, leaving sharp edges exposed inside the cabin.
Most common 2018 Audi A5 problems
Problem areas named in the 38 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Engine | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
What owners report
Without warning or alerts from vehicle, car became disabled while partially into a left turn at a four way intersection. Car engine would rev, but not move. Gear selector worked, but wheels would not turn. Front wheels were completely locked and vehicle had to be dragged onto a flatbed truck. Police had to be dispatched to ensure safely of other drivers passing through the intersection until my vehicle was removed. Had a [XXX] child in the car with me that had to be received by my spouse. After towing car to an ASE certified independent repair shop, a full transmission replacement was recommended. Car has approximately 38,900 miles and is 8 years old. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FR
2018 Audi A5 Sportback has 16,500 miles only on it. Used for city driving only; never off road. Recently went in for annual inspection and was told that my right rear coil spring had snapped in two and vehicle was unsafe to drive. Took vehicle to local Audi dealer and they confirmed broken coil spring; they wanted $3000 to repair the vehicle. I took the vehicle instead to a local mechanic who did the repair--replacement of both broken right rear spring and one on left side--for ~$1000. Mechanic noted that he has seen and repaired many Audis with similar snapped rear coil springs.
My 2018 Audi A5 Sportback previously received Audi Safety Recall 74E3 on January 27, 2023. The recall repair documentation indicates a seat POD (Passenger Occupant Detection System) update was performed. Several years later, the vehicle developed another passenger airbag fault. The vehicle displays a message indicating the front passenger airbag is OFF even when an occupant is seated in the front passenger seat. Audi diagnosed fault code B12251B, "Passive Occupant Detection System Mat Resistance Too High," and determined that the seat POD occupancy mat and wiring are defective and require replacement. Audi has refused to cover the repair because more than 12 months and 12,000 miles have pas
The MMI ( main screen) system randomly reboots every 5 minutes, even when using CarPlay, which is unsafe. Please check it out. Thank you!
I turned on my car and several malfunctions came on the dash,and would not start and went in limp mode. A local mechanic stated it's the electrical component of the coolant pump causing malfunction. He also stated that could lead the car catching fire if overheats since the 5V is dipping below due to the faulty coolant /water pump. Ultimately forcing the car in limp mode for safety precautions. The problem is I purchase my car at 87,000 miles from the Audi dealership, and the extended warranty that covers the car is 80,000 miles
2018 Audi A5 questions
Does the 2018 Audi A5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2018 Audi A5: Passenger Airbag May Be Wrongly Turned Off in a Crash; Passenger Air Bag May Be Disabled, Raising Crash Injury Risk; Front Suspension Bolts May Loosen, Risking a Loose Wheel and Crash; Passenger Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Side curtain airbags may not deploy properly in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Audi A5?
Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (8), Engine (8), Service Brakes (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Audi A5 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.