2025 Audi S5 recalls and problems
The 2025 Audi S5 has 2 safety recalls and 12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2025 Audi S5 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2025 Audi S5 recalls
Recall 25V-899: Seat Belts
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 SQ6 E-Tron, SQ6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 Sportback E-Tron, A6, A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, S5, and S6 Sportback E-Tron vehicles. The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."
Risk: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.
Recall 25V-638: Seat Belts
Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2025 GTI, Golf R, Audi A5, A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, 2026 Q4 Sportback E-Tron, and Q4 E-Tron vehicles. The torsion bar in one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during production.
Risk: In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagenâs number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 26, 2025.
2025 Audi S5 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Lane Departure | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | |
| Engine | 3 | |
| Service Brakes | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Lane Departure › Warning — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 3
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
- Lane Departure › Assist — 2
- Back Over Prevention › Rearview System Braking — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 8,577 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 2025 Audi S5 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Audi S5 years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2025 Audi S5 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Audi S5: 25V-899 (seat belts), 25V-638 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2025 Audi S5?
Owners report lane departure problems most often (7 reports), followed by electrical system (6). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 8,577 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.