CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Audi A5 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).
2021 Audi A5 recalls
Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse
A software problem can cause the rearview camera display to show a blank or black screen instead of the camera image when the vehicle is put in reverse.
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.
Rear Seat Belt May Fail to Secure Child Car Seats
Rear seat belt retractors in these vehicles may deactivate early, which can stop a child restraint system from being held securely in place.
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 2021 Audi A5 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
Car began bucking at low speeds. I parked car and when I turned on ignition next day, dashboard warning indicated "Transmission malfunction" and warned me not to drive car. I had it towed to dealer. Diagnosis was that it was a gearbox malfunction that according to dealer was occurring more and more frequently, so much so that Audi had issued a "Technical Service Bulletin." My car which is less than 5 years old and has 65,000 miles required $3,600 worth of repairs for this issue. If this is major engine problem occurring with increasing frequency, why is this not a recall?
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? TRANSMISSION - GEAR SHIFT How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? THE CAR STOPPED SHIFTING GEARS AND WE WHEN THE CAR INSTRUCTED US TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY IT WASN'T A SAFE PLACE TO STOP THE CAR. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? SO FAR AUDI NOR THE DEALERSHIP HAVE BEEN ABLE TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM. ONLY THAT THEY SEE PIECES OF METAL IN THE TRANSMISSION LINE. Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? THE DEALERSHIP AND MANUFACTURER HAVE INSPECTED THE VEHICLE.
The passenger side air bag indicator constantly turns off and on in my Audi no matter if there is or is not a passenger in the seat. I took my vehicle to an authorized Audi service center to have the issue checked and they determined the issue to be a failed pods mat based on the error code returned. Upon researching, Iâve discovered that this issue was a safety recall issue with Audi A5 Sportback vehicles in 2020. My vehicle was manufactured during the time of this particular recall and the issue appears to be indicative of this recall. The recall was safety recall code: 74E3.
I was driving down the interstate when my Warning Transmission Failure light came on. Then another message said you can drive with limited use if vehicle. Seconds later the Warning Transmission Failure light came on again and said drive to your nearest repair shop. Moments later the Warning came on and said safely stop your vehicle. I pulled over on the side of the road and pit my car in park. After doing so the Warning Transmission Failure stayed on and the car no longer would shift into any gears. The car never overheated or stopped running. I had to get the car towed. My car has been in the shop for 3.5 weeks and no one can tell me what's wrong with it.
The contact owns a 2021 Audi A5. The contact stated while the driving 35 MPH, the instrument panel was blinking on and off several times and then went dark. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the instrument panel needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired; however, the dealer was waiting for the parts to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 56,795.
2021 Audi A5 questions
Does the 2021 Audi A5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 Audi A5: Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse; Rear axle misalignment can cause uneven tire wear and crash risk; Rear Seat Belt May Fail to Secure Child Car Seats; 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 2021 Audi A5?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2), Unknown Or Other (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.