Buying a used 2019 Audi S5? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2019 Audi S5 has 4 recalls covering shock absorbers that may crack, a rear axle lock nut that may break, potentially unchecked rear axle alignment, and passenger airbag deactivation from a faulty cable. The chassis-related items make suspension repair and alignment records particularly relevant. Its 6 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports, including ENGINE in 3 and ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, and WHEELS in 1 each. No crashes, fires, or injuries are reported.
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 shock absorber and rear axle lock nut recall repairs.
- Request rear axle alignment documentation and inspect tire wear.
- Confirm passenger airbag recall completion and ask about engine faults.
- 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 S5
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Audi Q7, Q8 and S5 shock absorbers may crack | Suspension | high |
| 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
6 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | None found |
| Electrical System | 1 | None found |
| Fuel System | 1 | None found |
| Wheels | 1 | None found |