Buying a used 2019 Audi A5? Check these 3 recalls first
The 2019 Audi A5 has 3 recalls involving a rear axle lock nut that may break, a faulty cable that may switch off the passenger airbag, and rear axle alignment that may not have been checked. The recall record centers on rear axle hardware, alignment verification, and passenger restraint operation. NHTSA lists 12 unverified owner complaints, including 4 vehicle speed control, 3 steering, 2 electrical system, and 2 forward collision avoidance entries. Reports include 1 crash, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify rear axle lock nut and alignment recall completion.
- Request passenger airbag cable recall repair records.
- Ask about speed control, steering, and collision-warning problems.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any Audi dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 Audi A5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi rear axle lock nut may break | Suspension | high |
| Audi passenger airbag may be switched off by faulty cable | Seats | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may not have been checked | Tires | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
12 complaints filed for this model year, including 1 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Speed Control | 4 | None found |
| Steering | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 2 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 2 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 1 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 1 | None found |