Buying a used 2019 Audi S5? Check these 4 recalls first
This year brings a suspension-heavy recall list: front shock components that can crack, shared with the Q7 and Q8, a rear suspension nut that can break, plus the passenger airbag shut-off and a rear axle alignment fault causing uneven tire wear. None carry stop-driving or park-outside warnings. Only six unverified owner complaints are on file, three for the engine and one each for electrical, fuel or propulsion and wheels, with no crashes, fires or 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.
- Ask whether both the front shock and rear suspension nut recalls were performed
- Listen for knocks or clunks over bumps and inspect the front struts for damage
- Check all four tires for uneven wear tied to the rear axle alignment recall
- 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 front shock parts can crack | Suspension | high |
| Audi Cars and SUVs: Rear Suspension Nut Can 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 |