NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Audi A5 quattro; the most frequently affected component is engine and engine cooling — cooling system. Owners filed 9 complaints, most often about unknown or other. Among the 13 model years of this model in the database, 2015 ranks #6 for number of recalls.
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.
Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.
Electrical system — WiringCampaign 17V622000 · 05 Oct 2017
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
Risk: The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.
Engine and engine cooling — Cooling systemCampaign 17V002000 · 03 Jan 2017
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Risk: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.
What owners complain about
Share of the 8 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Unknown or other3 · 38%
Fuel/propulsion system2 · 25%
Exterior lighting1 · 12%
Wheels1 · 12%
Visibility1 · 12%
Structure1 · 12%
Engine1 · 12%
Vehicle speed control1 · 12%
When complaints were filed
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From owner complaints
I'd like to point out that regular lights on this (and many other latest german vehicles) are overly bright, in excess of the regular high beams, and blinding to the oncoming traffic
Check engine light came on while vehicle was in motion on an interstate highway. It later went off while driving on city streets. Dealer advised that fuel hose needed replacement at cost of $1,198. Dealer stated there was a flaw in the original hose and that a replacement kit must be installed. Dealer advised that…
Low profile tires on audi a5 cab are not designed robust enough to handle road. It has been a nightmare with excessive tire and wheel damage. I do not recommend you purchase this car. Audi will blame the roads and the driver. These are not normal incidents. Four flat tires and three damaged wheels in less than 15…
I purchased my vehicle in orlando, fl back in april and during the test drive it was discussed with the seller noises in reference to the panoramic sunroof. I live in tampa, fl and was informed by the audi south/orlando dealership i could make an appointment with a dealer locally to fix the issue. I made an…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.