2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet recalls and problems

The 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet recalls

Recall 18V-229: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Apr 11, 2018 · 342,867 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

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.

Fix: 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.

2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 54,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · at 54,000 miles · reported Jun 29, 2019
The engine stopped running on two separate occasions while driving on the highway in extended stop and go traffic on very hot days (In the 90's). After cooling down for an extended time (1/2 hour or more), the car started again and acted normal. It happened last labor day (2018 and yesterday (6/28/19). Once the engine stopped I could not restart the car until it cooled down. I was stuck on the highway until I could move the car to side of the road by putting it into neutral. These are the only two times this has happened since I acquired the car on 3/15/14. I believe it is somehow related to…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet: 18V-229 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Audi A5 Cabriolet?

Owners report engine problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 54,000 miles.

Are Audi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.