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Common Audi Rs5 problems
Based on complaints from Audi RS5 owners, here are some common problems with the Audi RS5:
- Engine Issues:
- Description: Engine problems reported include issues like system too lean, cylinder misfires, and fuel pressure regulator performance.
- Solution: If you experience engine issues, it's crucial to consult with a qualified technician experienced with Audi vehicles to diagnose and address the problem promptly.
- Cooling and Heating Problems:
- Description: Cooling system failures, such as coolant pump and water pump failures, leading to engine overheating.
- Solution: Address cooling and heating issues promptly to prevent engine damage. Regular maintenance and inspections can help detect and resolve these issues early.
- Transmission Troubles:
- Description: Transmission problems like power loss, shuddering, and unusual noises during acceleration.
- Solution: If you encounter transmission issues, seek professional help to diagnose and repair the problem to avoid further damage to the transmission system.
- Suspension Concerns:
- Description: Common suspension issues may include noises, rattling, or issues with the vehicle's stability.
- Solution: Address suspension problems promptly to ensure safe driving conditions. A mechanic should inspect and repair any suspension issues to maintain the vehicle's performance.
- Brake Challenges:
- Description: Brake issues such as brake light malfunctions or brake system failures.
- Solution: Brake problems should be addressed immediately to ensure safe braking performance. Regular brake inspections and maintenance can help prevent brake-related accidents.
- Exhaust System Troubles:
- Description: Exhaust system issues like catalyst system efficiency below threshold or intake air system leaks.
- Solution: If you notice exhaust system problems, consult a professional to diagnose and repair the issue to maintain the vehicle's performance and emissions standards.
These common problems with the Audi RS5 highlight the importance of regular maintenance, prompt attention to issues, and consulting qualified technicians for proper diagnosis and repair. Addressing these problems promptly can help prevent further damage and ensure the longevity and performance of your Audi RS5.
Is the Audi RS5 reliable?
The Audi RS5 scores highly for safety, but customer feedback suggests reliability is a concern.
Does an Audi RS5 hold its value?
Audi RS5 Sportback - 46.4 Percent Retained Value
In this case, that's the RS5 .
How much does it cost to maintain a Audi RS5?
2021 RS 5 Coupe 2dr Coupe AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
| Year 1 | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,986 | $10,544 |
| Maintenance | $1,028 | $11,554 |
| Repairs | $1,125 | $8,874 |
| Taxes & Fees | $4,781 | $5,948 |
Does the RS5 handle well?
And though the brakes are smaller. On this car then the M car comparison. It still stops pretty pretty well and that is a 2019 Audi RS5. And for the 58 000 that this one costs.
Percentage distribution of complaints by Audi Rs5 years
We have researched Audi problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Audi Rs5 cars and compiled the top 5 most problematic Audi Rs5 model years:
Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Audi Rs5 model years.
Distribution of the number of complaints by Audi Rs5 years
We've also compiled a chart for you with the number of complaints about Volkswagen Jetta cars of certain model years:
Audi Rs5 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analysing all complaints related to Audi Rs5 , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:
- Service brakes problems
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Steering problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all Audi Rs5 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
The NHTSA has received 14 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Audi Rs5 . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Audi Rs5 vehicles.
List of Audi Rs5 complaints
Audi Rs5 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2023-05-26
- VIN: WUAC6AFH8EN
- Components: ENGINE,BACK OVER PREVENTION
- Summary: The check engine light illuminated on several occasions indicating the catalyst efficiency is below the threshold. The vehicle has not been repaired and is available for inspection. Audi dealership has inspected the car and said that the catalytic converters are bad and need to be replaced. The car only has 60,000 miles on it and has no other problems with the engine. The dealership says that there is no reason why the converters should be bad based on the vehicle history. the repair is cost prohibitive due to an estimate of $13,500 to replace the catalytic converters. The catalytic converters being bad is increasing the harmful pollutants causing unnecessary excessive tail pipe emissions.
Audi Rs5 2019
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-01
- Date Complaint: 2023-04-03
- VIN: WUABWCF54KA
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: My husband and son were driving down the road and the sunroof exploded causing glass shards to go everywhere. Temp was 43 degree. According to my husband, it sounded like a bomb went off. Both my husband and son were covered in glass. We had to pull small glass pieces from my son.The vehicle is currently at the dealership. Audi has had know issues/recalls with sunroofs in the last 10 years.
Audi Rs5 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-01
- Date Complaint: 2022-09-21
- VIN: WUAC6AFR6DA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: My 2013 Audi rs5 has a well known transmission issue. There was a class action lawsuit that justs settled for earlier years of the S4 & S5 models. My tranmission error has occurred several times when reversing, especially reversing up an incline or stop start reverses. The gear changes have become very jerky, both upshifts and downshifts, especially noticable at low speeds. The mechatronic unit on this audi model is a known issue and the audi forums are littered with examples of these mech units going bad. A replacement mech unit is costing me $4500 total and I have seen similar costs to others in the audi online forums like audizine
Audi Rs5 2018
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-05
- Date Complaint: 2021-12-05
- VIN: WUAPWAF57JA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Autonomous Emergency Services Notification Feature: Audi has informed its owners of vehicles made from 2018 and earlier that a safety feature provided as standard equipment in the vehicle will no longer be available because of the inevitable shut down of 3G wireless systems across North America. However, features that are not free (which require a subscription) are supported by a 4G radio in the car and will not be impacted. Owners were NEVER notified that two different wireless systems were used in the car, a 20 year old technology for safety related features, and a 4GLTE module for expensive, subscription based telematics which have nothing to do with safety. I purchased and selected my vehicle based on these exact safety systems, especially as I'm a disabled driver. I'm not even out of warranty yet and TWO features have now been or will about to be sunset, without a fix. I was also never notified that this was going to occur, I found out by accident and most dealers aren't even yet aware. Audi has stated they are working with an outside company to bandaid the issue, however, this bandaid was not integrated with the car and basically won't solve the problem that it isn't the car I purchased. In the posted letters other owners received, there is ZERO indication of when this might be available, no evidence or indication it will be approved by the DOT or NHTSA because it's a bandaid. I have already contacted Audi for resolution, without result. I have requested updates, without result. The process is supposed to take 20 business days. It has now been over 40 business days. Regardless of the price of the vehicle, there was NEVER any indication by the dealer or in the manual that would lead customers to believe two different technologies were in use in the car.... 4G is plastered everywhere, however, 3G is stated nowhere. In hindsight, this is not only a dangerous situation for many drivers, but also a fraudulent one. Need help.
Audi Rs5 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-07
- Date Complaint: 2020-07-15
- VIN: WUAC6AFR8DA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN I GOT A "TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION YOU CAN CONTINUE DRIVING" MESSAGE ON MY DISPLAY. I SCANNED THE CAR WHEN I GOT HOME AND GOT THESE ERROR MESSAGE: (DRIVE POSITION SENSOR ELECTRICAL ERROR) ' DTC P0700 (TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION) ' DTC P1758 (TERMINAL 15 VOLTAGE SUPPLY OPEN CIRCUIT) ' DTC P060A (INTERNAL CONTROL MODULE MONITORING PROCESSOR PERFORMANCE) I DID SOME RESEARCH AND UNDERSTAND THERE IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE DSG TRANSMISSION, SPECIFICALLY WITH THE DRIVE POSITION SENSOR WHICH IS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR TO HAVE DONE.
Audi Rs5 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-08
- Date Complaint: 2020-07-09
- VIN: WUAC6AFR3FA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: CAR MILEAGE AS OF TODAY: 24100 AT 11000 BREAKS VIBRATED: CHANGED FRONT BREAKS AND ROTORS. AT 23800 BREAKS VIBRATED: CHANGED BACK BREAKS AND ROTORS . AT 23959 CAR STILL VIBRATES ON BREAKING: CHANGED AGAIN FRONT BREAKS AND ROTORS. AFTER REQUESTING FROM DEALERSHIP TO SEE THE NEW FRONT ROTORS AND HAVE TECHNICIAN AT AUDI MEASURE THEM THEY BOTH MEASURED AT 33.4MM AND 33.7MM. I DO NOT BREAK OR DRIVE CAR HARD OR A LOT. AS YOU CAN SEE IS A 2015 AND ONLY 24000 MILES ON IT. NO CITY DRIVING. I HAVE SPENT 5000$ THIS MONTH ON NEW FRONT AND BACK ROTORS AND BREAKS DUE TO VIBRATING WARPED
Audi Rs5 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-16
- Date Complaint: 2019-08-20
- VIN: WUAC6AFR0EA
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUELING ISSUES THAT CANNOT BE DIAGNOSED BY AUDI. REPLACED ENTIRE FUELING SYSTEM (PUMPS, MODULES, SENSORS, ETC)AND ISSUE STILL PERSISTS. CAR INTERMITTENTLY HESITATES AND STALLS AT IDLE AND UNDER LOAD. CAR STALLED ON INTERSTATE AND NEARLY CAUSED A REAR END COLLISION AT 80 MPH. THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES AND TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND ON INTERSTATE. CAR WAS TAKEN TO AUDI DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO FIND ANY ISSUES. AUDI REFUSES TO RETURN CALLS OR EMAILS ON THIS ISSUE AND DOES NOT DEEM IT UNSAFE. MULTIPLE VEHICLES AFFECTED WITH THIS ISSUE WITH NO SOLUTION IN SIGHT.
Audi Rs5 2015
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-25
- Date Complaint: 2019-01-03
- VIN: WUAC6AFRXFA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE BREAKING SYSTEM ON MY AUDI RS5 IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHUDDER QUITE VIOLENTLY. THERE HAS BEEN SOME SHUDDERING SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR BUT NOW WITH ONLY 20K MILES IT IS GETTING WORSE. I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP TO CHECK IT OUT, BUT THEY COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG. I HAVE SINCE LEARNED THAT THE SHUDDERING EXPERIENCE IS NOT UNCOMMON IN THE RS5. APART FROM THE DISCOMFORT I AM CONCERNED THAT THERE COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE.
Audi Rs5 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2017-10-17
- VIN: WUAC6AFR8DA
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE MECHATRONIC UNIT ON MY VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I WAS DRIVING AND A WARNING POPPED UP ON MY DASHBOARD SAYING "TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION, YOU MAY CONTINUE DRIVING". I WAS QUOTED $5000 FOR THE . THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE NOT ONLY WITH MY MODEL, BUT ACROSS ALL AUDI MODELS WITH THE DSG TRANSMISSION. AUDI CUSTOMERS SHOULD NOT BE FORCED TO PAY FOR AUDI PUTTING FAULTY EQUIPMENT IN THEIR VEHICLES.
Audi Rs5 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-11
- Date Complaint: 2017-10-11
- VIN: WUAC6AFR9DA
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THERE IS A WIDELY-KNOWN ISSUE IN 2013+ AUDI ELECTROMECHANICAL POWER STEERING THAT CREATES A SENSATION OF A "NOTCH" AT 12:00 ON THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS NOTCH FORCES YOU TO MANUALLY KEEP THE CAR IN THE LANE BY STEERING "BACK AND FORTH IN THE NOTCH". WHEN YOU TURN "BEYOND THE NOTCH" THERE IS A STICKING POINT. THE FASTER THE CAR IS MOVING, THE MORE PRONOUNCED THESE FEELINGS BECOME. I HAD HOPED THAT MY ISSUE WAS RELATED TO THE TIRES. UNFORTUNATELY, WAITING TO PURCHASE NEW TIRES HAS TAKEN ME OUT OF WARRANTY. AFTER JUST INSTALLING NEW CONTINENTAL DWS 06, THE PROBLEM IS AS BAD, OR WORSE, THAN IT HAS EVER BEEN. THIS IS INCREDIBLY DANGEROUS! RESEARCHING ONLINE, MANY, MANY PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM. HERE IS A LINK TO AN INTERNET FORUM WHERE SOME INFORMATION HAS BEEN CONSOLIDATED: HTTPS://WWW.AUDIWORLD.COM/FORUMS/A6-C7-PLATFORM-DISCUSSION-194/AUDI-ELECTRIC-STEERING-ISSUE-REPORTS-CONSOLIDATED-2844976
Audi Rs5 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-31
- Date Complaint: 2016-06-28
- VIN: WUAC6AFRXEA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 2014 AUDI RS5 WITH APPROXIMATELY 15,000 IS EXPERIENCING BAD BRAKE SHUDDER AND PULSATING BRAKE PEDAL WITH LIGHT PRESSURE PUT ON THE BRAKES AT 50-60 MPH. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AFFECTING LOTS OF RS5S. THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THE ROTORS ARE BAD. AUDI REFUSES TO REPLACE THEM UNDER WARRANTY. NOTE THAT AUDI CAME OUT WITH A REVISED BRAKE PAD TO PREVENT THIS ISSUE EARLIER IN 2016. HTTP://WWW.AUDIZINE.COM/FORUM/SHOWTHREAD.PHP/652595-RS5-GUYS-WITH-BRAKE-PROBLEMS-CHECK-IN-HERE-AOA-LETTER?HIGHLIGHT=RS5+BRAKE+AOA
Audi Rs5 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2016-01-01
- Date Complaint: 2016-03-14
- VIN: WUAC6AFR0EA
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: T-MOBILE IS NOT PERFORMING TO SPECIFICATIONS ANYMORE. WE ARE NOT GETTING 3G SPEEDS AS ADVERTISED AND SOLD TO US. OUR SPEED IS 2G AT BEST.
Audi Rs5 2014
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-09
- Date Complaint: 2015-10-13
- VIN: WUAC6AFR0EA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: 2014 AUDI RS5 WITH 20,000 MILES W. SHUDDERING OF BRAKES. ON OCT 3. 2015 MY LOCAL MECHANIC TOOK ALL WHEELS OFF AND WE INSPECTED THE BRAKES. VISUALLY WE SAW NO PROBLEMS, NO SIGNS OF OVERHEATING, OR CONCERNS. HE SUGGESTED I TAKE IT TO THE DEALER. ON OCTOBER 9, 2015 I TOOK MY CAR TO AUDI OF ORLAND PARK AND AFTER AN INSPECTION, THE SERVICE MANAGER STATED THAT THE ROTORS HAVE HIGH AND LOW SPOTS, THAT I NEED NEW ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS, THAT AUDI ROTORS MUST BE REPLACED AT 20,000 MILES -HE HAS REPLACED ROTORS EVERY 13,000 MILES ON SOME CUSTOMERS CARS, THAT AUDI BRAKE ROTORS ARE THINNER THAN OTHER BRANDS AND THAT THERE WAS HEAT DAMAGE TO THE ROTORS. REMEMBER THAT JUST 1 WEEK EARLIER, MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND I VISUALLY INSPECTED THE BRAKE ROTORS AND THERE WAS NO BLUING. THE ONLY THING THE SERVICE MANAGER WAS ABLE TO SHOW ME WAS BRAKE PAD RESIDUE ON THE ROTORS, NOTHING ELSE. MY 2 MILE COMMUTE AT A MAXIMUM SPEED OF 30 MPH INVOLVES 2 STOPLIGHTS. THIS INVOLVES NO OVERHEATING BRAKES, NO HOT BRAKES IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. I AM GENTLE ON THE BRAKES, I DON'T SLAM ON MY BRAKES, AND HAVE NEVER FELT THE ABS ACTIVATE. MY LOCAL MECHANIC DEEMED THAT IT IS HIGHLY ABNORMAL THAT A ROTOR NEEDS REPLACING ON SUCH A LOW-MILEAGE CAR DRIVEN AS I DO, AND THAT IT VERY WELL COULD BE A MANUFACTURER'S DEFECT. IF SO, IT SHOULD BE DONE UNDER WARRANTY. IF AUDI BRAKE ROTORS ARE THINNER, THUS WEAKER THAN OTHER BRANDS' BRAKE ROTORS, IT IS AN ENGINEERING MISTAKE ON A 4,000LB GT CAR DESIGNED WITH TORQUE VECTORING AND FOR USE ON EUROPEAN HIGHWAYS. IF AUDI BRAKE ROTORS ARE GETTING WARPED WITHOUT ABUSE IT IS A MANUFACTURING DEFECT.
Audi Rs5 2013
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-22
- Date Complaint: 2014-07-15
- VIN: WUAC6AFH6DN
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE RS5 HAD A VERY BED PROBLEM WITH THE BREAKS. WHEN I WAS USING THE BREAKS THE CAR WAS SHACKING, ESPECIALLY WHEN I USED THE BREAK AT THE SPEED OF 75/80 MPH. THE CAR WAS UNSAFE AND TO STOP COMPLETELY THE CAR I HAD TO GO OUT OF THE STREET. ON NOVEMBER 2013 I LEFT THE RS A5 AT THE DEALER IN GREENSBORO. ON THE AFTERNOON I WAS CONTACTED BY AN ADVISOR OF THE AUDI SERVICE IN GREENSBORO. THIS ADVISOR TOLD ME THAT MY CAR NEEDED NEW PADS AND NEW ROTOR AND THAT THESE PARTS SUPPOSES TO COME FROM GERMANY AND THE WAIT TO HAVE THIS PARTS WAS 2 WEEKS. THE SERVICE ADVISOR TOLD ME THAT DURING THESE 2 WEEKS I COULD DRIVE MY CAR. WHEN I TOLD HIM THAT THE PROBLEM WITH THE BREAKS WAS VERY BED ESPECIALLY AT 80 MPH HE ANSWERS ME BACK THAT THE SPEED LIMIT IS 65 MPH. WHEN I WENT TO PICK MY CAR UP FROM THE DEALER IN GREENSBORO AND WHEN I TOLD THE SERVICE ADVISOR THAT DRIVING OVER THE SPEED LIMIT WAS MY PROBLEM AND THAT THE CAR IS SUPPOSED TO HANDLED HIGHER SPEED THAN 80 MPH HE WAS VERY UNPOLITE AND HE TROUGH THE DOCUMENT OF MY CAR ON THE DESK. WHEN I TOLD HIM THAT HE HAD TO BE POLITE WITH CUSTOMERS HE TOLD ME '*** YOU'. MY REACTION WASN'T REALLY POLITE AND HE TOLD ME AGAIN '*** YOU' AND HE WAS INTIMIDATING ME. ONLY THE INTERVENTION OF THE MANAGER OF THE SERVICE AT THE LOCATION STOPPED HIM. AFTER THIS ISSUE FLOW AUDI OF GREENSBORO (NC) CHANGED THE FRONT ROTORS AND PADS, 2 WEEKS WAITING. IN FEBRUARY 2014, AFTER ONLY 2000 MILES, THE CAR HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AND THE SERVICE MANAGER AT AUDI TOLD ME THAT THE BACK ROTORS AND PADS NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. AFTER THE SECOND REPLACEMENT, ON MARCH 2013, THE PROBLEM WASN'T SOLVED AND I WENT AGAIN TO THE AUDI DEALER SERVICE, I ALSO WROTE SEVERAL TIME TO THE AUDI CUSTOMER SERVICE. AT THE END OF MARCH THE MANAGER OF THE AUDI SERVICE IN GREENSBORO TOLD ME THAT THE PROBLEM WITH MY CAR WAS NORMAL. *TR
Latest 5 recalls Audi Rs5
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 13 recalls for different components of the Audi Rs5.You can explore the year of the Volkswagen Jetta you are interested in by selecting it from the list.
- Model: Audi Rs5 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-10-05
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Consequence: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
- Model: Audi Rs5 2019
- Report Received Date: 2022-01-26
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
- Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
- Model: Audi Rs5 2021
- Report Received Date: 2022-01-26
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
- Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
- Model: Audi Rs5 2018
- Report Received Date: 2021-11-10
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
- Consequence: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
- Model: Audi Rs5 2019
- Report Received Date: 2021-11-10
- Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
- Consequence: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
Latest negative Audi Rs5 car reviews
Latest positive Audi Rs5 car reviews
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Vehicle year: 2021
I wrote this review because there aren't many real owner reviews of the RS5 on the internet. Every review I read is from a car journalist's perspective and is like a copy and paste from previous motoring journals. The reviews on here are the best ones because we own them and don't necessarily drive Porsches, Lambos, and Ferraris on the racetrack most days. Well, at least I don't. So here's my amateur opinion... I'm a 48-year-old bloke and have owned my 2017 RS5 for only a week, and I absolutely love it. I took delivery of my Nardo Grey RS5 coupe after almost buying the last generation M4 Competition. I feel like I've definitely made the right choice. Mine comes with £10k of options, including the sports exhaust, black pack, 20-inch alloys, and lots of other fancy tech things. This car looks stunning, and you don't see many on the road, which I like. Mine has only done 24k miles, and although it's a few years old, it's immaculate. I've always driven sporty cars, and I still have my V8 2008 M3 coupe, which I've owned for the last 10 years. The overall performance of the RS5 is explosive compared to the older M3. It makes the Beemer feel like a dinosaur. When I first jumped in the Audi, put it in dynamic mode, and planted the gas, I said out loud... Fkin hell! Everyone I've taken for a spin has a massive grin. This car is so fast. Forget silly reviews saying it's not as much fun or connected as the M4 blah blah. Do we ever drive these things in the real world on a racetrack? I live in a rural area, and on my back roads, I really don't need the back end sliding out when a tractor is coming the other way. In northern England, the roads are damp half the time, and a rear-wheel-drive M3/M4 or any fast rear-wheel-drive car cannot be pushed hard in the wet, but the RS5 can. The Audi is planted, point and go, and easy to drive fast in any road conditions. I love the sound of this Audi in dynamic mode and the burble it makes.Your M3 has a sports exhaust and the V8 does sound better, but the torque on the M3 is not great, it doesn't come alive unless you wind it up. The newer last gen M4 has similar power to the RS but a tail happy rear end and can be unsafe in the wet. The RS can handle fast speeds and any road condition with relative safety. The handling of the RS5 is superb, it can really fly around the twisty stuff. There is a split second delay when you hit the gas and then it takes off... And keeps going. Hit the brakes and it comes to a halt in no time. Journalists say it's a grand tourer, but I think it's a fantastic rocket. It feels light and nimble. The exterior of this RS5 is amazing and the interior and level of equipment is of high quality. Audi knows how to make a beautiful car.
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Vehicle year: 2021
I've been driving this car for over a year now and I absolutely love it! The ride is smooth, the performance is stellar, and the fit and finish are top-notch. Plus, it's a real head-turner! With its AWD, four doors, and hatchback, this car is the perfect daily driver for any car enthusiast. The only downside is that the gas tank could be a bit bigger, as I find myself stopping for gas more often than I'd like. On average, I get around 300 miles per tank. If you're used to driving coupes or sedans with a higher ride height, it might take some getting used to the lower ride height and feel of the RS5. But once you do, you'll find that it's a step above the traditional auto driving experience.
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Vehicle year: 2015
This car has exceeded all of my expectations in every way. I've owned it for three years now and I still get excited every time I start the engine and hear that powerful roar. It's actually my second Audi, the previous one being the S5. When I saw this car on the dealer floor, I knew I had to have it. It's fun, sporty, and never fails to impress. Just a friendly warning, it's only for serious adrenaline junkies!
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Vehicle year: 2015
I've driven quite a few cars in my time, including the Porsche 911 Turbo, Ferrari 488, Mercedes E63, Golf R, A45, Cadillac CTSV 750Bhp, and many more. However, the RS5 is truly something special. I had the pleasure of driving it yesterday and flooring it for the first time, and the adrenaline rush and immediate off-the-line response were unforgettable. In my opinion, this car is borderline supercar territory. It's surprisingly affordable and easy to get your hands on, making it the perfect daily driver for anyone looking for a supercar experience. The road grip, gear shifts, screaming engine, aggressive and wide front end, road comfort, light weight steering, sexy but simplistic solid interior, and 2 seats in the back make this car the perfect recipe for an exotic ride that's practical enough for everyday use.
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Vehicle year: 2021
Simply the best vehicle I have owned! It strikes the perfect balance between elegance and sport. The technology and engineering are quite amazing too.
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Geo Pagac 2024-07-22
Vehicle year: 2019
My 2018 RS5 has been in the shop frequently due to turbo waste gate issues. Despite Audi's claim that there is no fix yet, I am confident that the issue will be resolved soon. Currently, the car is in the shop for a temperature sensor replacement, which I trust will be completed promptly. Thank you for your attention to this matter.