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2020 AUDI SQ5

4 recalls Most severe issue: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

High Priority #22V034000 Plain English
Component

TIRES

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rear axle alignment in your Audi vehicle helps keep your tires pointing straight and even. In some 2019-2021 models, the alignment might not have been checked after a previous repair.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rear axle isn't properly aligned, your tires could wear down unevenly and more quickly. This could lead to a blowout while driving, which could cause a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as needed, and replace any worn-out tires for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
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High Priority #21V295000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The lock nut on your vehicle's rear axle is a crucial part that keeps the trailing arm securely in place. In some 2019-2021 Audi models, this nut can break due to rust and corrosion.
Risk if Unfixed
If the lock nut fails, the rear axle can become misaligned, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could lead to a loss of control and increase the risk of a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty lock nut and associated bolts with new ones, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
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Moderate #21V947000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The gateway control module is a computer that controls various systems in your vehicle, like the lights and locks. Water or liquid can get inside and shut it down, like a computer crashing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the gateway control module shuts down, your engine's power will suddenly be reduced, making it harder to control your vehicle. This could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will add a protective cover to the gateway control module and seal any gaps underneath the vehicle, at no cost to you. Just schedule the repair when you get your recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
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Low Priority #20V505000 Plain English
Component

SEATS

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The front seat frame and backrest adjuster in your vehicle might not have been properly welded. This can cause a problem with how your seat holds you in place during a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a rear-end crash, the backrest could break, making it harder for your seat to restrain you. This increases the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Your dealer will inspect the front seats and replace the seatback frames if needed – all at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Audi owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72L1, 72K8, and 72K9.
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TIRES
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
SEATS
1 recall

Other AUDI SQ5 Years

2025
1 recall
2022
2 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2019
5 recalls
2018
5 recalls
2015
1 recall
2014
1 recall

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