Buying a used 2018 Audi S5? Check these 2 recalls first
The 2018 Audi S5 has 2 recalls, both concerning possible loss of passenger airbag function, including a faulty cable that may switch the airbag off. Its 26 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports, with ENGINE listed in 9, UNKNOWN OR OTHER in 8, and AIR BAGS and VISIBILITY/WIPER in 3 each. Reports include 2 crashes and 1 injury. Passenger airbag repair documentation stands out, while engine operation and visibility equipment warrant routine inspection.
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 VIN-specific completion of both passenger airbag recalls.
- Ask about engine faults, warning lights, and repair records.
- Check wiper operation and passenger airbag status indicators.
- 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 2018 Audi S5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Passenger Air Bag May Be Disabled | AIR Bags | high |
| Audi passenger airbag may be switched off by faulty cable | Seats | high |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
26 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 1 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | None found |
| AIR Bags | 3 | Yes |
| Visibility And Wipers | 3 | None found |
| Seat Belts | 2 | None found |
| Brakes | 2 | None found |
| Power Train | 2 | None found |