Recall 19V-547: 2017–2018 Audi A4 Allroad, 2018 Audi A5 and 6 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 2019, covering about 145,337 vehicles.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
The risk
A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V547000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A4 Allroad | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Audi A5 | 2018 | All years |
| Audi A5 Cabriolet | 2018 | All years |
| Audi Allroad | 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Audi RS 5 | 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Audi S4 | 2018 | All years |
| Audi S5 | 2018 | All years |
| Audi S5 Cabriolet | 2018 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-547?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
How is recall 19V-547 fixed?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.