CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Audi A5 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (41 reports).
2020 Audi A5 recalls
Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk
Audi is recalling certain vehicles because the rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after repairs made under an earlier recall were performed.
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.
Rear axle lock nut can break, risking loss of control
A lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle can break over time because of stress corrosion.
Rear wiring may chafe, risking door release and hazard lights
The wiring harness for the rear lights may be missing anti-abrasion protection in the area of the spare wheel well.
Most common 2020 Audi A5 problems
Problem areas named in the 60 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 41 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Back Over Prevention | 23 |
| Lane Departure | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
Audi USA sent me a recall letter/service action for Infotainment System Software. The system reboots and shuts down unexpectedly while driving. Took the car to a local Audi dealership and they informed me that they cannot repair the recall because they now want to change my SOS module in order for both to work. They are asking me to pay them $1,500 for that. Meanwhile they informed me that my SOS system is not working either because of that, and I cannot use.
The Multi-Media Interface (MMI) randomly reboots and poses a safety hazard. Several times while reversing using my backup camera, the MMI has rebooted which causes the camera to go blank. This poses a risk to back up into an object or a person during this time. Also during this time, the Rear Cross Traffic Warning system is disabled until the system reboots. Also, while using navigation, the MMI has rebooted on me several times. It has occurred during critical times such as exiting freeways at high speeds. When this occurs it is terribly distracting and could cause an accident. The problem has been re-produced by my dealer. They said it needed a software upgrade and performed that.
The MMI which controls back up and 360 cameras, parking sensors, collision avoidance system, navigation, bluetooth, radio, etc reboots randomly without warning. There is no predictability and I have not been able to identify a trigger. There is no warning indicator on the dash or MMI before it happens. When it reboots the screen goes black and all associated MMI functions become inoperable for seconds to minutes. It then restarts and often makes me log back in before I am able to use it again. It happens multiple times, sometimes over a dozen in a short drive and often happens just several minutes apart. It has rebooted while I am pulling into my garage, parking, or backing up and actively u
Hello, I am writing today to inform you about the safety concerns I have over My Audis MMI issues. The MMI is the multi media infotainment which is operates my back up camera, proximity sensors and navigation. The MMI is stuck in a loop and reboots every 60 seconds. I was backing up and the MMI rebooted on me which abruptly stop streaming what was behind me, my neighbor was also backing up and thankfully I spotted them on my rear view mirror and stop in time before we collided.
The vehicle's Multi-Media Interface (MMI) system is reportedly shutting down randomly while the vehicle is in operation. This issue occurs without warning and is intermittent, making it unpredictable. Observed Symptoms/Events: Complete Loss of MMI Functionality: The screen goes black, and all associated functions (navigation, radio, Bluetooth, vehicle settings, climate control interface, rearview camera, etc.) become inoperable. Random Occurrence: The shutdown can happen at any time, regardless of driving conditions (e.g., stationary, low speed, highway speed). There appears to be no consistent trigger. Duration of Outage: The MMI system typically remains off for a period ranging from a fe
2020 Audi A5 questions
Does the 2020 Audi A5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2020 Audi A5: Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk; Passenger Airbag May Be Wrongly Turned Off in a Crash; Rear axle lock nut can break, risking loss of control; Rear wiring may chafe, risking door release and hazard lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Audi A5?
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (41), Unknown Or Other (25), Back Over Prevention (23).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 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.