2021 Audi RS 5 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2021 Audi RS 5 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (2 reports).

5Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2021 Audi RS 5 recalls

Rearview camera may show blank screen in reverse

Recall 22V742Oct 5, 2022170,296 vehicles affected

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

Recall 22V034Jan 26, 202231,058 vehicles affected

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

Recall 21V606Aug 5, 202145,496 vehicles affected

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

Recall 21V295Apr 26, 202140,993 vehicles affected

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

Recall 20V737Nov 25, 20205,426 vehicles affected

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 RS 5 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Unknown Or Other2

What owners report

2025-09-04, Unknown Or Other
MMI keeps restarting randomly
2023-06-29, Unknown Or Other
I was driving down the highway and the panoramic sunroof exploded for no known reason.

2021 Audi RS 5 questions

Does the 2021 Audi RS 5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 Audi RS 5: 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 RS 5?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Audi RS 5 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.

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