Buying a used 2021 Audi S5? Check these 5 recalls first
The 2021 Audi S5 has 5 recalls spanning rear wiring protection, a rear axle lock nut, rear axle alignment verification, rear belts that may not secure child seats, and a backup camera screen that may go blank. These provide specific documentation and equipment checks for a pre-purchase inspection. The complaint record contains 1 unverified NHTSA owner report, categorized under SUSPENSION, with no reported crashes, fires, or injuries. That report makes suspension symptoms worth discussing with the seller.
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 completion.
- Request rear axle lock nut and alignment records, including suspension repairs.
- Test the backup camera repeatedly and confirm its recall repair.
- 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 S5
| 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
1 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? |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | Yes |