Recall 26V-266: 2025 Audi Q5, 2025 Audi Q5 Sportback and 2 more

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Apr 24, 2026, covering about 7,425 vehicles.

NHTSA number
26V-266
Report date
Apr 24, 2026
Vehicles affected
7,425
Owners notified
May 29, 2026

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.

The risk

Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.
ComponentSeat Belts › Pretensioner
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number26V266000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Audi Q52025All years
Audi Q5 Sportback2025All years
Audi SQ52025All years
Audi SQ5 Sportback2025All 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 26V-266?

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.

How is recall 26V-266 fixed?

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.

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.