Buying a used 2021 Audi A5? Check these 5 recalls first
The 2021 Audi A5 has 5 recalls spanning rear wiring scuff protection, rear axle lock nut breakage, rear belts that may not secure child seats, unchecked rear axle alignment, and a backup camera screen that may go blank. The recall record touches wiring, axle hardware, restraints, and camera operation. NHTSA lists 7 unverified owner complaints, including 2 unknown or other, 2 electrical system, 1 power train, and 1 airbag complaint. Reports include 0 crashes, 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 wiring and rear seat belt recall repairs.
- Request rear axle lock nut and alignment recall records.
- Check camera operation through repeated selections of reverse.
- 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 2021 Audi A5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A5, S5 Rear Wiring Lacks Scuff Protection | Exterior Lighting | high |
| Audi rear axle lock nut may break | Suspension | high |
| Audi and VW rear belts may not secure child seats | Seat Belts | high |
| Audi rear axle alignment may not have been checked | Tires | medium |
| Audi backup camera screen may go blank in reverse | Back Over Prevention | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
7 complaints filed for this model year. 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | None found |
| Power Train | 1 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 1 | None found |
| Seats | 1 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 1 | None found |