Audi recalls
DVSA has published 158 safety recalls for Audi since 1992, 76 of them since 2020. The latest was 11 Aug 2026. Models with the most campaigns: A6, A4, Q5, A8, A3, A5, Q7, Tt.
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The latest 60 Audi recalls
Q3 · checking lap belt tensioner
11 Aug 2026 · R/2026/325
On affected vehicles the seat belt webbing may not be connected correctly to the vehicle's load-bearing structure meaning it would not be able to restrain the occupant in the event of an accident.
Fix: Check the affected seat belt and replace if necessary.
1 vehicle · built 9 Jul 2026 to 9 Jul 2026
Q3 · replacement front seat belt
13 Jul 2026 · R/2026/292
On affected vehicles a joint at the pyrotechnic inflator of the front seat belt retractors was not welded correctly presenting a risk of vehicle occupants being injured by small parts coming loose in the event of an accident.
Fix: Replace the affected seat belts.
162 vehicles · built 3 Nov 2025 to 26 May 2026
Q5 · replacing seat belt with tensioner
4 May 2026 · R/2026/192
On Audi Q5 vehicles manufactured within a specific period the belt tensioning function on the front seats does not comply with technical requirements. Although the seat belt is tightened in the event of an accident which requires this it cannot be held tight reliably which reduces the protective effect. For this reason one or both front seat belts – as required – will be replaced on affected Q5 vehicles.
Fix: Recall campaign 69GT must be performed on affected vehicles and the affected seat belts must be replaced as described in the Workshop Manual.
2,119 vehicles · built 16 Jul 2025 to 6 Nov 2025
Q8 E-TRON · checking brake servo
17 Apr 2026 · R/2026/168
On affected vehicles the bolted connection for the push rod between the brake pedal and brake servo may come loose with the risk that it will no longer be possible to stop by using the brake pedal.
Fix: Check the bolted connection for the push rod between the brake pedal and brake servo and tighten if necessary.
11,327 vehicles · built 8 May 2019 to 6 May 2024
R8, TT, TTRS · replacing takata driver airbag
25 Feb 2026 · R/2026/089
The safety of our customers and the reliability and long-term service life of our models represent our top priority. For this reason Audi conducts programmes to constantly monitor the quality of its products.Extensive analyses have found that the gas generator housing for your vehicle’s front airbag may in extremely rare cases be overloaded and even burst when the front airbag is triggered. If this were to happen small metal parts could become dislodged from the housing and potentially cause life-threatening injury to a vehicle occupant.
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit. The work required will take approximately two hours and will of course be performed free of charge. Please note for organisational reasons the Audi Centre may require your vehicle for longer they will advise you of this at the point of booking.
- TT: 20,481 vehicles · built 17 Sep 2014 to 23 Jan 2017
- R8: 676 vehicles · built 6 Oct 2014 to 2 Feb 2017
- TTRS: 174 vehicles · built 27 Oct 2016 to 25 Nov 2016
- TT: 21 vehicles · built 2 Jun 2016 to 9 Dec 2016
A6, Q8 · belt buckle rivet missing
14 Nov 2025 · R/2025/508
On affected vehicles an important connection in the seat belt buckle may not have been produced correctly during the assembly process.
Fix: The belt buckles on both front seats (left and right) must be replaced.
- Q8: 1 vehicle · built 25 Mar 2025 to 25 Mar 2025
- A6: 4 vehicles · built 24 Mar 2025 to 2 Apr 2025
A6, A7, Q5 · software update for battery control unit
24 Oct 2025 · R/2025/463
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Fix: Update the software of the high-voltage battery to improve the self-diagnosis capabilities. Vehicle owners are advised to not charge the high-voltage battery using external charging sources and also not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” until the update is applied.
- A6: 1,458 vehicles · built 26 Feb 2021 to 10 Jun 2024
- A7: 72 vehicles · built 20 Dec 2021 to 10 Jun 2024
- Q5: 4,630 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2021 to 26 Jul 2024
A8, Q7, Q8 · software update for battery control unit
10 Oct 2025 · R/2025/441
On affected vehicles there may be defective battery modules which may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery.
Fix: Update the software of the high-voltage battery to improve the self-diagnosis capabilities. Vehicle owners are advised to not charge the high-voltage battery using external charging sources and also not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” until the update is applied.
- Q7: 586 vehicles · built 5 Nov 2020 to 10 Oct 2023
- Q8: 232 vehicles · built 12 Jan 2021 to 15 Dec 2023
- A8: 185 vehicles · built 19 Feb 2022 to 18 Dec 2023
A6 E-TRON · replacing front seat belt
30 Sep 2025 · R/2025/426
On affected vehicles a sub-component of the belt force limiter in the front seat belt retractors may be damaged. Either one or both front seat belt retractors may be affected.
Fix: Replace the affected seat belts.
28 vehicles · built 11 Jul 2025 to 17 Jul 2025
RS6 · checking high-pressure pump
26 Sep 2025 · R/2025/427
On affected vehicles the high-pressure fuel pumps may not be correctly secured which may lead to a fuel leak.
Fix: Check the high-pressure pumps bolted connections. If incorrectly bolted the high-pressure pump (including the fuel lines) will be replaced.
1 vehicle · built 9 May 2025 to 9 May 2025
A3, A4, A4 CABRIO, A5, A6, Q5, TT · stop-drive takata psan
8 Aug 2025 · R/2025/387
Urgent Safety Warning – Do Not Drive Your Vehicle Affected vehicles were originally allocated to or used for an extended period of time in a region with a climate zone considered to as HIGH RISK. Certain front airbags contain an ageing inflator propellant that may explode when deployed due to long-term exposure to heat and humidity. If the airbag inflator explodes metal fragments may be ejected causing life-threatening or fatal injuries to anyone in the vehicle.
Fix: Affected airbags will be be replaced. You can contact Audi's dedicated Takata Stop Drive helpline at 0113 526 9646 (MONDAY to FRIDAY 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
- A3: 56 vehicles · built 19 Oct 2005 to 26 Dec 2012
- A4: 50 vehicles · built 4 Mar 2005 to 7 Mar 2008
- A4 CABRIO: 28 vehicles · built 8 Mar 2006 to 10 Sep 2008
- A5: 17 vehicles · built 17 Jul 2009 to 15 Jul 2011
- A6: 74 vehicles · built 27 Jul 2004 to 10 Dec 2010
- Q5: 32 vehicles · built 31 Oct 2008 to 16 Dec 2011
- TT: 1 vehicle · built 11 Feb 2015 to 11 Feb 2015
E-TRON GT · checking air spring strut
2 Jul 2025 · R/2025/237
A retaining ring may not be securely seated in the area of the support mounting on the air spring struts on your vehicle. If the retaining ring comes loose from its groove air will escape from the affected air spring strut. This directly impairs the vehicle’s driving dynamics and results in an increased accident risk
Fix: Check the affected air spring struts and replace them if necessary.
6 vehicles · built 11 Mar 2025 to 14 Mar 2025
Q5 · cylinder head cover bolts inspection
22 May 2025 · R/2025/184
Audi conducts programmes to constantly monitor the quality of its products. As part of this we have discovered that individual bolts in the cylinder head cover area on your vehicle may become loose as a result of a manufacturing issue. Depending on the extent to which the bolts become loose engine oil may leak and drip onto hot surfaces which poses a fire risk. If you notice smoke in the engine compartment park the vehicle safely and without delay.
Fix: To ensure the bolts are secured correctly a check must be performed.
11,320 vehicles · built 13 Sep 2020 to 3 Aug 2024
A5 · replacing rear seat backrest
19 Mar 2025 · R/2025/110
The rear seat backrest may not comply with crash safety requirements due to an inadequate weld joint. This means that there is an increased risk of rear seat passengers being injured in the event of a frontal collision if heavy loads are being transported in the luggage compartment. Until the repair has been performed we request that you do not transport any heavy loads in the luggage compartment.
Fix: For safety reasons it is necessary to replace the right rear seat backrest.
9 vehicles · built 16 Nov 2024 to 15 Jan 2025
RS6 · replacing front passenger airbag
7 Mar 2025 · R/2025/092
On some Audi A6 and A7 vehicles manufactured within a specific period the front passenger airbag installed may show signs of damage in transit. As a result in the event of an accident in which the front passenger airbag is triggered its restraining effect will be hindered.
Fix: The front passenger airbag unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
20 vehicles · built 29 Oct 2024 to 20 Dec 2024
Q4 E-TRON · software update for brake electronics control unit
28 Feb 2025 · R/2025/098
The central gear indicator can appear to display that Park is engaged when the parking brake is not set. Please check that the red parking brake warning lamp is displayed for multiple seconds before leaving the vehicle.
Fix: A new software version for the ABS control unit is required for safety reasons.
17,397 vehicles · built 20 May 2021 to 17 Apr 2023
A6, Q5 · servicing high-voltage battery
9 Dec 2024 · R/2024/495
On affected vehicles battery modules may become defective over the course of the vehicle’s service life. This may result in a fire hazard when charging the high-voltage battery with the associated risk of severe or fatal injuries to people inside and/or outside the vehicle as well as significant material damage. To minimise this risk do not charge the high-voltage battery using an external charging source. In addition do not use the e-tron modes “Battery charge” and “Battery hold” (refer to Owner’s Manual) until further notice.
Fix: Replace the defective modules. Further software fix being developed to improve monitoring.
- Q5: 1,585 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2021 to 3 Dec 2022
- A6: 596 vehicles · built 19 Mar 2021 to 17 Oct 2022
E-TRON GT · check high-voltage battery
8 Nov 2024 · R/2024/436
Some individual modules of the high-voltage battery may display technical irregularities. It cannot be ruled out that the battery may overheat under certain circumstances. For safety reasons affected cell modules must be replaced during a workshop visit. Vehicles affected by this should also not be charged above 80% until further notice.
Fix: The high-voltage battery must be checked on the affected vehicles and if necessary one or more modules must be replaced.
1,355 vehicles · built 15 Feb 2021 to 27 Jun 2023
E-TRON GT · replace battery module
16 Oct 2024 · R/2024/404
Some individual cell modules of the high-voltage battery may display technical irregularities. It cannot be ruled out that the battery may overheat under certain circumstances with risk of fire and damage to persons or property.
Fix: Vehicles affected by this should also not be charged above 80% until further notice. Affected cell modules must be replaced during a workshop visit. The corresponding battery module must be replaced on the vehicles affected.
81 vehicles · built 5 Mar 2021 to 7 Jun 2023
E-TRON GT · replacing brake hoses
30 Sep 2024 · R/2024/322
On affected vehicles cracks may occur on the brake hoses on the front axle over time resulting in brake fluid escaping.
Fix: Replace the front axle brake hoses.
5,400 vehicles · built 9 Jan 2020 to 12 Jun 2024
E-TRON · replacing brake servo
6 Sep 2024 · R/2024/344
On certain Audi e-tron vehicles the bolted connection between the brake pedal and brake servo might not be properly secured. If it loosens the mechanical link between the foot brake and brake servo could fail. In such cases braking would only be possible using the controlled emergency braking function by holding the parking brake button on the centre console (see Owner’s Manual).
Fix: For safety reasons the brake servo must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
37 vehicles · built 24 May 2019 to 16 Oct 2019
A3, A4 CABRIOLET · replacing takata driver airbag
13 Aug 2024 · R/2024/312
On imported Audi vehicles previously used in a warm climate zone and fitted with TAKATA driver airbag manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may cause small metal parts to become dislodged from the housing and potentially injure the driver or a passenger.
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the gas generator in the airbag unit on the driver side of the vehicle.
- A3: 167 vehicles · built 29 Jun 2005 to 13 Nov 2012
- A4 CABRIOLET: 40 vehicles · built 13 Feb 2006 to 14 Jan 2009
A8 · replacing front suspension link
19 Jul 2024 · R/2024/310
A suspension link on the front axle that has invisible cracks may have been fitted to your vehicle. This possible damage means the service life of the suspension link can no longer be guaranteed and the component may fail. A failure particularly at higher speeds may result in vehicle behaviour that is difficult to control.
Fix: For safety reasons it is necessary to replace the front upper left suspension link
9 vehicles · built 24 May 2024 to 13 Jun 2024
Q8 E-TRON · checking brake lines
18 Jun 2024 · R/2024/259
On affected vehicles the bolts for the brake pressure lines may have been tightened too far. In such cases the bolted connection may fail resulting in brake fluid escaping.
Fix: Check the bolted connection and replace the brake pressure lines if required.
37 vehicles · built 8 May 2023 to 14 Mar 2024
Q4 E-TRON · checking hydraulic unit
24 May 2024 · R/2024/224
On affected vehicles the Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) unit may fail resulting in the loss of braking effort it may also affect the operation of the ESC and Anti Lock Braking System (ABS). If Red brake fault warning is displayed safely stop the vehicle immediately the Electronic Parking brake (EPB) can always be used to stop the vehicle if required and do not use vehicle until obtained further advice from the manufacturer.
Fix: On affected vehicles the Electronic Stabilisation Control (ESC) unit will be checked and replaced if necessary.
7 vehicles · built 2 Apr 2024 to 17 Apr 2024
E-TRON GT · checking high-voltage battery
22 May 2024 · R/2024/219
Deviations to various important parameters were discovered on the affected battery modules. These may result in the affected battery modules becoming defective over the course of the vehicle’s service life. In turn this represents a fire hazard with the associated risk of severe or fatal injuries to people inside and/or outside the vehicle as well as significant material damage.
Fix: Check and if necessary replace individual modules of the high-voltage battery. To minimise this risk the manufacturer advises that you limit the charging target to 80 percent capacity until the inspection has been carried out. This significantly reduces the load on the battery during charging. You can adjust this setting in the Charging target menu in the MMI or in the ’myAudi’ app. As this setting may change during vehicle use the current value must always be checked prior to charging the vehicle and set to a maximum of 80 percent if necessary. Additionally until the inspection has been completed the manufacturer advises not to charge the vehicle under cover and or to ensure the vehicle is not parked adjacent to or under buildings.
229 vehicles · built 24 Jan 2022 to 4 Dec 2023
E-TRON GT · replace battery module
17 May 2024 · R/2024/203
Deviations to various important parameters were discovered on the affected battery modules. These may result in the affected battery modules becoming defective over the course of the vehicle’s service life. In turn this represents a fire hazard with the associated risk of severe or fatal injuries to people inside and/or outside the vehicle as well as significant material damage.
Fix: Replace individual modules of the high-voltage battery. To minimise this risk the manufacturer advises that you limit the charging target to 80 percent capacity until the inspection has been carried out. This significantly reduces the load on the battery during charging. You can adjust this setting in the Charging target menu in the MMI or in the’ myAudi’ app. As this setting may change during vehicle use the current value must always be checked prior to charging the vehicle and set to a maximum of 80 percent if necessary. Additionally until the inspection has been completed the manufacturer advises not to charge the vehicle under cover and or to ensure the vehicle is not parked adjacent to or under buildings.
18 vehicles · built 5 Mar 2021 to 22 Nov 2022
A4, A4 CABRIO, A6 · replacing takata passenger airbag
4 Apr 2024 · R/2024/158
On affected vehicles the passenger airbag may in extremely rare cases be overloaded and even burst when the passenger airbag is triggered. If this were to happen small metal parts could become dislodged from the housing and potentially cause life-threatening injury to a vehicle occupant.
Fix: For safety reasons it is necessary to check the passenger airbag and if required to replace the airbag module.
- A4: 90,944 vehicles · built 4 Oct 2004 to 18 Apr 2008
- A4 CABRIO: 2 vehicles · built 14 Jul 2006 to 24 Nov 2006
- A6: 74,226 vehicles · built 10 Mar 2004 to 30 Aug 2011
E-TRON · checking high-voltage battery
21 Feb 2024 · R/2024/040
Certain vehicles with a specific type of high-voltage battery may have cell modules with technical irregularities regarding their charging and discharging characteristics. This may lead to the high-voltage battery overheating potentially creating a risk of fire.
Fix: To minimise this risk temporarily do not charge the high-voltage battery above 80 percent capacity. The vehicle will be inspected and where necessary the individual cells within the high voltage battery will be replaced.
2,379 vehicles · built 29 Jan 2019 to 3 Nov 2021
E-TRON · checking high-voltage battery
21 Feb 2024 · R/2024/041
Certain vehicles with a specific type of high-voltage battery may have cell modules with technical irregularities regarding their charging and discharging characteristics. This may lead to the high-voltage battery overheating potentially creating a risk of fire.
Fix: To minimise this risk temporarily do not charge the high-voltage battery above 80 percent capacity. The vehicle will be inspected and where necessary the individual cells within the high voltage battery will be replaced.
387 vehicles · built 14 Feb 2019 to 20 Jul 2021
Q7, Q8 · the function of the side airbag may be restricted due to the airbag not being sufficiently secured to the front left seat frame.
15 Jan 2024 · R/2024/018
The function of the side airbag may be restricted due to the airbag not being sufficiently secured to the front left seat frame.
Fix: Conduct a check of the airbag to ensure it is secured correctly; if necessary the side airbag is to be correctly hooked in position and resecured.
- Q8: 187 vehicles · built 11 Aug 2023 to 26 Oct 2023
- Q7: 187 vehicles · built 14 Aug 2023 to 17 Oct 2023
Q3, Q7, Q8 · a weld seam on the outer backrest frame of the front seats may not have been made correctly.
10 Nov 2023 · R/2023/331
A weld seam on the outer backrest frame of the front seats may not have been made correctly.�
Fix: Check the front seats and if required to replace the affected backrest.
- Q8: 13 vehicles · built 2 Jun 2023 to 12 Jun 2023
- Q7: 13 vehicles · built 7 Jun 2023 to 12 Jun 2023
- Q3: 13 vehicles · built 6 Jun 2023 to 9 Jun 2023
A6, A7 · on certain vehicles an incorrect bracket for the side airbag was fitted in the left front seat.
27 Oct 2023 · R/2023/317
On certain vehicles an incorrect bracket for the side airbag was fitted in the left front seat.
Fix: Replace the side airbag and bracket.
- A7: 5 vehicles · built 4 Jul 2023 to 5 Jul 2023
- A6: 5 vehicles · built 4 Jul 2023 to 4 Jul 2023
E-TRON GT · in certain conditions and over time moisture may enter the high-voltage battery area of specific vehicles.
27 Oct 2023 · R/2023/322
In certain conditions and over time moisture may enter the high-voltage battery area of specific vehicles.
Fix: The airtightness of the system must be checked and where required the high-voltage battery will be replaced.
1,579 vehicles · built 24 Sep 2022 to 23 Jun 2023
TT, TTRS · on affected vehicles it is possible the guide channel for the front passenger's airbag may not have been welded to the dash panel according to specifications.
25 Aug 2023 · R/2023/258
On affected vehicles it is possible the guide channel for the front passenger's airbag may not have been welded to the dash panel according to specifications.
Fix: Check the serial number of the dash panel and replace if required.�
- TT: 580 vehicles · built 18 Feb 2023 to 10 May 2023
- TTRS: 580 vehicles · built 10 Feb 2023 to 22 Apr 2023
A3, Q2 · on affected vehicles an electrical connector for the power supply for the fuse carrier in the interior of the vehicle may have not been installed correctly.
22 Aug 2023 · R/2023/254
On affected vehicles an electrical connector for the power supply for the fuse carrier in the interior of the vehicle may have not been installed correctly.
Fix: Check the electrical connection and secure if necessary.
- Q2: 104,162 vehicles · built 20 Oct 2020 to 30 May 2023
- A3: 104,162 vehicles · built 11 Mar 2020 to 27 May 2023
A5, A5 CABRIO, Q5 · if a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
6 Feb 2023 · R/2023/052
If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the driver side.
- A5 CABRIO: 4 vehicles · built 8 Sep 2009 to 12 Mar 2010
- A5: 15 vehicles · built 12 Dec 2009 to 8 Jul 2011
- Q5: 55 vehicles · built 31 Oct 2008 to 15 Aug 2012
A4, A4 CABRIO, A6 · if a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
1 Feb 2023 · R/2023/053
If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the passenger side.
- A4 CABRIO: 39 vehicles · built 14 Jul 2006 to 26 Aug 2006
- A4: 39 vehicles · built 12 Oct 2004 to 4 Apr 2008
- A6: 39 vehicles · built 18 May 2004 to 22 Feb 2010
R8, TT · if a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
1 Feb 2023 · R/2023/054
If a front airbag is deployed it is possible that the gas generator housing in which the propellant is generated may burst on vehicles manufactured within a limited period.
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace the airbag unit on the driver side.
- R8: 1 vehicle · built 12 Jul 2016 to 12 Jul 2016
- TT: 20 vehicles · built 27 Oct 2014 to 9 Dec 2016
A6, A7 · the fuel gauge may not show the drop in fuel level correctly during vehicle operation
20 Jan 2023 · R/2023/027
The fuel gauge may not show the drop in fuel level correctly during vehicle operation.
Fix: The tank level sender must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
- A6: 5,487 vehicles · built 7 Apr 2018 to 6 Oct 2021
- A7: 5,487 vehicles · built 7 Apr 2018 to 6 Oct 2021
E-TRON GT · there may have been a discrepancy in the manufacturing process for the air spring strut
21 Dec 2022 · R/2022/359
There may have been a discrepancy in the manufacturing process for the front left air spring strut.
Fix: The affected air spring strut will need to be checked and if necessary replaced.
9 vehicles · built 31 Aug 2021 to 7 Sep 2021
Q3 · certain vehicles may have been fitted with a rear window which does not conform to the manufacturer s quality requirements.
18 Nov 2022 · R/2022/354
Certain vehicles may have been fitted with a rear window which does not conform to the manufacturer�s quality requirements.
Fix: Check the manufacturing date of the vehicle�s rear window and if it is affected replace the window.
100 vehicles · built 26 May 2022 to 30 May 2022
A3 · restraining capacity of the belt system for the front seats may be lower than intended in the event of an accident
20 Oct 2022 · R/2022/303
The restraining capability of the belt system for the front seats may be lower than intended in the event of an accident.�
Fix: As a precautionary safety measure it is necessary to replace both front seat belts. Advice is given�against transporting children on the front passenger seat until the seat belts have been replaced.�
174 vehicles · built 22 Sep 2021 to 11 Nov 2021
R8 · the airbag gas generator on the passenger side of an affected vehicle could burst in the event of an accident in which the airbag is triggered.
14 Oct 2022 · R/2023/123
The airbag gas generator on the passenger side of an affected vehicle could burst in the event of an accident in which the airbag is triggered.
Fix: Replace the front passenger airbag unit.
1 vehicle
Q5 · inner and outer sheet metal components of rear tailgate may not have been joined sufficiently
24 Aug 2022 · R/2022/291
The inner and outer sheet metal components of the rear lid may not have been joined together sufficiently well in the manufacturing process.
Fix: Replace the rear lid of the affected vehicles.
2 vehicles · built 19 Oct 2021 to 19 Oct 2021
A6, A7, Q5 · engine control units might be fitted with semiconductor components that do not meet specifications
10 Jun 2022 · R/2022/169
On a small number of vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the engine control units were fitted with semiconductor components which do not meet the specifications.
Fix: The engine control unit must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
- Q5: 109 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2022 to 9 Feb 2022
- A6: 109 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2022 to 9 Feb 2022
- A7: 109 vehicles · built 23 Jan 2022 to 9 Feb 2022
A6, A7, A8 · the mesh size of the oil strainer in the oil supply for both turbochargers is too small
4 May 2022 · R/2022/132
The mesh size of the oil strainer in the oil supply for both turbochargers is too small.
Fix: The oil strainer will be replaced with a revised version with a larger mesh size.
- A7: 4,690 vehicles · built 10 May 2012 to 30 Mar 2017
- A8: 4,690 vehicles · built 10 May 2012 to 30 Mar 2017
- A6: 4,690 vehicles · built 10 May 2012 to 30 Mar 2017
R8 · the level of oil in the gearbox may be insufficient
13 Apr 2022 · R/2022/129
The level of oil in the gearbox may be insufficient.
Fix: The gear oil level on the affected vehicles must be checked and topped up if necessary.
1 vehicle · built 15 Jan 2021 to 15 Jan 2021
A3 E-TRON, Q3 E-TRON · the fuse in the high-voltage system may have been manufactured with an insufficient quantity of extinguishing sand
7 Apr 2022 · R/2022/085
The fuse in the high-voltage system (HV system) in vehicles built within a limited period may have been manufactured with an insufficient quantity of extinguishing sand.
Fix: Insulation must be fitted above the switching unit for the high-voltage battery.
- A3 E-TRON: 3,656 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2020 to 22 Feb 2022
- Q3 E-TRON: 3,656 vehicles · built 1 Oct 2020 to 22 Feb 2022
Q3, TT · the design trim on the power unit can become detached from its retainers
22 Mar 2022 · R/2022/073
The design trim on the power unit can become detached from its retainers.
Fix: The design trim on the power unit must be removed on the affected vehicles.
- Q3: 1,762 vehicles · built 23 Nov 2020 to 10 Mar 2022
- TT: 1,762 vehicles · built 23 Nov 2020 to 10 Mar 2022
E-TRON GT · the electrical wire for the belt- fastened sensor was not routed according to specifications and can potentially make direct contact with the isofix nounting on the right rear seat
4 Mar 2022 · R/2022/058
The electrical wire for the belt-fastened sensor was not routed according to specifications and can potentially make direct contact with the ISOFIX mounting on the right rear seat.
Fix: The wiring harness for the centre rear seat belt buckle must be checked for damage and must be correctly routed and secured on the affected vehicles.
322 vehicles · built 17 Feb 2021 to 31 Aug 2021
A4, A5, A6, A8, E-TRON, Q5, Q7, Q8 · following a previous campaign the toe and/or camber values on the rear axle may in certain circumstances incorrectly be changed without this being noticed
14 Feb 2022 · R/2022/036
Following a previous campaign the toe and/or camber values on the rear axle may in certain circumstances incorrectly be changed without this being noticed.
Fix: The wheel alignment must be checked and if necessary the suspension must be serviced on the affected vehicles.
- A8: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- Q7: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- A6: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- E-TRON: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- A5: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- A4: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- Q5: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
- Q8: 5,327 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 20 Feb 2021
E-TRON · components of the brake pressure unit may corrode during the vehicles's service life
18 Oct 2021 · R/2021/398
Components of the brake pressure unit may corrode during the vehicle�s service life.
Fix: The electromechanical brake servo must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
119 vehicles · built 6 May 2020 to 4 Jun 2021
A4, A6, A8, CABRIOLET, TT · function of the driver airbag might be restricted due to its age
22 Sep 2021 · R/2021/330
On vehicles with 3-spoke steering wheel manufactured within a specific period the function of the driver airbag may be restricted due to its age.
Fix: The gas generator in the driver airbag must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
- CABRIOLET: 9,536 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2000 to 13 Aug 2001
- A8: 9,536 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2000 to 13 Aug 2001
- A6: 9,536 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2000 to 13 Aug 2001
- TT: 9,536 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2000 to 13 Aug 2001
- A4: 9,536 vehicles · built 10 Jan 2000 to 13 Aug 2001
A4, A6, A8, CABRIOLET, TT · the deployment of the takata airbag may be delayed or insufficiently powerful due to a potential reduction in the performance of the gas generator
22 Sep 2021 · R/2021/234
On vehicles with TAKATA driver airbag and NADI gas generator manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the function of the driver airbag may be restricted due to its age.
Fix: The driver airbag unit must be checked on the vehicles affected and the gas generator must be replaced if necessary
- A6: 57,169 vehicles · built 14 Apr 1997 to 23 Dec 1999
- A4: 57,169 vehicles · built 14 Apr 1997 to 23 Dec 1999
- A8: 57,169 vehicles · built 14 Apr 1997 to 23 Dec 1999
- CABRIOLET: 57,169 vehicles · built 14 Apr 1997 to 23 Dec 1999
- TT: 57,169 vehicles · built 14 Apr 1997 to 23 Dec 1999
A3, Q3 · the bolted connection on the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal can be come loose
10 Sep 2021 · R/2021/323
The bolted connection of the pull rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal may come loose resulting in a loss of all service braking ability.�
Fix: Vehicles are not to be driven and the bolted connection of the input rod between the electromechanical brake servo and brake pedal must be checked and if necessary retightened.
- Q3: 11 vehicles · built 24 Aug 2020 to 5 May 2021
- A3: 11 vehicles · built 24 Aug 2020 to 6 May 2021
E-TRON · a brake servo which has a manufacturing discrepancy may have been fitted
27 Aug 2021 · R/2021/306
On vehicles manufactured within a specific period a brake servo which has a manufacturing discrepancy may have been fitted.
Fix: The electromechanical brake servo must be replaced on the affected vehicles.
292 vehicles · built 18 Feb 2020 to 30 Nov 2020
E-TRON · there may be a loss of power and the message safely stop vehicle may appear.
15 Aug 2021 · R/2021/305
There may be a loss of power and the message �Safely stop vehicle� may appear.
Fix: Conduct a software update of the electric drive on the vehicles affected.
58 vehicles · built 17 Feb 2021 to 17 Mar 2021
A4, A5, A6, A8, E-TRON, Q5, Q7, Q8 · rear axle suspension links nuts do not meet specifications
25 Jun 2021 · R/2021/236
One or more nuts which do not meet the specifications may have been fitted on the rear axle suspension links.
Fix: The affected nuts on the rear axle will be replaced on affected vehicles.
- A6: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- Q8: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- A8: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- A4: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- Q7: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- E-TRON: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- A5: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
- Q5: 10,089 vehicles · built 7 Nov 2019 to 18 Feb 2021
A4, A5, A7 · vehicles may have been fitted with a hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism in the hinge module could be faulty
7 Jun 2021 · R/2021/204
Vehicles may have been fitted with a hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism in the hinge module could be faulty.
Fix: The hinge module for the towing bracket must be checked and where necessary replaced on the vehicles affected.
- A4: 263 vehicles · built 2 Dec 2015 to 17 Dec 2018
- A7: 263 vehicles · built 2 Dec 2015 to 17 Dec 2018
- A5: 263 vehicles · built 2 Dec 2015 to 17 Dec 2018
Older Audi recalls
The next 98, one line each. The full defect and fix for any of them is on the DVSA register, and a registration check tells you if one is still open on your vehicle.
- A6, A7 · the front passenger airbag might not inflate fully in the event of an accident26 Mar 2021 · R/2021/117
- A6, Q7, RS6 · faulty crash sensors for airbag/restraint systems may have been fitted in both of the front doors8 Dec 2020 · R/2020/372
- TT · curtain airbag might not provide intended protection in an accident27 Oct 2020 · R/2020/304
- A4, A5, Q3 · seat frame may not be bolted correctly to the rail on the driver and passenger sides26 Oct 2020 · R/2020/302
- A8, S8, S8PLUS · the engine compartment seal may become deformed and loose9 Oct 2020 · R/2020/287
- A4, A6 · moisture may enter the belt driven starter-alternator2 Oct 2020 · R/2020/265
- Q5 · the backrest adjustment mechanism gap may be faulty on individual front seats8 Sep 2020 · R/2020/260
- A4, A5, A6, A7, Q5 · moisture may enter the belt-driven starter-alternator30 Jun 2020 · R/2020/138
- A8, Q7, Q8 · gear oil may escape due to a faulty welded joint on the gearbox oil line19 May 2020 · R/2020/135
- Q7 · the function of the locking mechanism on the front head restraints may be impaired28 Apr 2020 · R/2020/124
- Q5 · there may be increased pedal travel as a result of production tolerances27 Mar 2020 · R/2020/115
- TT · in the event of an accident the fuel tank could be damaged and leak25 Mar 2020 · R/2020/087
- Q7, Q8 · bolted connection between steering shaft and steering rack may come loose18 Mar 2020 · R/2020/075
- Q7 · in the event of an accident the air duct component in the curtain airbag could detach26 Feb 2020 · R/2020/056
- A8 · the rigidity of the rear shock absorber forks may be impaired10 Feb 2020 · R/2020/032
- A8 · fluid may leak out of the return hose for the hydraulic power steering24 Jan 2020 · R/2020/114
- Q7 · overheating can occur in the area of the interior mirror on the windscreen19 Nov 2019 · R/2019/395
- Q5 · the collar of the wheel arch cover can become detached23 Oct 2019 · R/2019/363
- A3 · the camshaft adjuster belt pulley may break or the housing bolts may come loose9 Aug 2019 · R/2019/263
- Q3 · failure of the front led turn signal7 Aug 2019 · R/2019/260
- Q5 · latching connection on the wheel housing liner may fail22 Jul 2019 · R/2019/233
- Q2 · head restraint mounting may not be correctly welded to rear seat outer backrest frame22 Jul 2019 · R/2019/234
- Q5 · it is possible that the latching connection on the wheel housing liner may fail.10 Jul 2019 · R/2019/225
- A8 · a component securing seat rail for front passenger seat may be impaired1 Jul 2019 · R/2019/229
- E-TRON · water may enter the high voltage battery6 Jun 2019 · R/2019/182
- A4, A5, A6, A7 · the locking mechanism in the hinged towing bracket could be faulty3 Jun 2019 · R/2019/175
- A4, A5 · an error in the casting process may affect the rigidity of the shock absorber fork9 May 2019 · R/2019/149
- Q5 · the brake master cylinder may not meet the specifications16 Apr 2019 · R/2019/126
- A4, A5, A5 CABRIO, A6, A7, A8 · fuel may escape from one or both fuel rails18 Mar 2019 · R/2019/099
- A3 · possible discrepancy in the manufacturing process of the centre rear seat head restraint27 Feb 2019 · R/2019/066
- A8, Q7, Q8 · an error in the casting process may affect the rigidity of the shock absorber fork27 Feb 2019 · R/2019/065
- A6, A7 · the auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail22 Feb 2019 · R/2019/060
- A6 · rear fixed glass lid bonding may not meet correct specification17 Dec 2018 · R/2018/363
- A4, A5 · passenger airbag module bolts securing to the dash panel may be insufficiently tightened14 Dec 2018 · R/2018/365
- A3, Q2 · the mounting for the head restraint is not correctly welded to the outer backrest frame for the rear seat30 Nov 2018 · R/2018/338
- Q2 · the electro-mechanical parking brake may be released while the clutch pedal is being released25 Oct 2018 · R/2018/295
- Q5 · brake piston may not have been coated correctly1 Oct 2018 · R/2018/149
- R8 · possible oil leakage may occur at the gearbox breather21 Sep 2018 · R/2018/255
- Q5 · rear brake pistons coated incorrectly18 Jun 2018 · R/2018/161
- A4, A5 · risk of overheating and failure of additional coolant pump11 Jun 2018 · R/2018/152
- A4, A5 SPORTBACK · aluminium trim may partly detach from loudspeaker trim in doors and cause injury to occupants30 Apr 2018 · R/2018/086
- A8 · the retaining clip in the active head restraint assembly may not be installed24 Apr 2018 · R/2018/111
- A3 · starter motor may malfunction and overheat7 Mar 2018 · R/2018/061
- A4, A5, A5 CABRIOLET, Q5 · auxilliary heater element in air conditioning may fail and/or overheat19 Feb 2018 · R/2018/051
- Q3 · passenger airbag may not deploy as intended12 Feb 2018 · R/2018/044
- Q5 · passenger airbag may not deploy as intended12 Feb 2018 · R/2018/043
- A3 · passenger airbag may not deploy as intended6 Feb 2018 · R/2018/040
- A4, A5, A5 CABRIOLET, Q5 · auxilliary heater element in air conditioning may fail and/or overheat8 Jan 2018 · R/2017/334
- A3, Q2 · rear hub carriers not manufactured to correct standard17 Nov 2017 · R/2017/311
- Q3 · brake lights may fail when the electronic parking brake is operated7 Jul 2017 · R/2017/218
- A3 · abs/esc system may fail20 Jun 2017 · R/2017/190
- Q5 · curtain airbag cylinder may corrode leading to possible rear passenger injury15 May 2017 · R/2017/131
- A4, A5, A6, Q5 · coolant pump may overheat1 May 2017 · R/2017/115
- A1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8 · airbag/belt tensioners may not trigger in event of an accident20 Feb 2017 · R/2017/078
- A4 · front backrest may not perform correctly26 Jan 2017 · R/2016/294
- Q7 · third row seats may deform in event of a collision23 Sep 2016 · R/2016/220
- A8 · sunroof glass may become loose27 Jun 2016 · R/2016/144
- Q5 · side airbag gas generator canister may fail5 Apr 2016 · R/2016/063
- A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, Q7 · fuel may leak20 Apr 2015 · R/2015/031
- A4 · air bags may not inflate correctly5 Dec 2014 · R/2014/146
- A4, A5, A6, A7, Q5, Q7 · reduction in braking performance1 Oct 2014 · R/2014/098
- RS6, RS7, S6, S7 · fuel line may have become damage and could cause a fuel leak7 Oct 2013 · R/2013/112
- A8 · glass sunroof may unexpectedly break7 Oct 2013 · R/2013/113
- Q5 · sunroof glass may shatter7 Aug 2012 · R/2012/083
- A3 · fuel may leak15 Dec 2011 · R/2011/170
- A6 · curtain airbag may not inflate12 Dec 2011 · R/2012/014
- R8 · fuel may leak22 Aug 2011 · R/2011/100
- Q5 · interior trim may become detached causing injury15 Feb 2010 · R/2009/150
- A3, TT · clutch may operate inadvertently with unexpected loss of drive.14 Dec 2009 · R/2009/112
- TT · braking performance may be affected31 Jul 2009 · R/2009/086
- TT · trim may come loose in a collison causing injury31 Mar 2008 · R/2008/027
- A6, Q7 · tailgate may close without warning25 Sep 2007 · R/2007/120
- A8 · air bag may not deploy in an impact25 Oct 2006 · R/2006/159
- A3 · curtain airbag may not inflate in a collision6 Sep 2006 · R/2006/136
- A3 · flywheel may fail fire may result27 Mar 2006 · R/2006/031
- A6 · air bags may deploy too late11 Nov 2005 · R/2005/135
- CABRIOLET · possibility that headlight brightness may significantly reduce.10 May 2005 · R/2005/042
- A2, A3, A4 · bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break1 Mar 2005 · R/2004/213
- QUATTRO · rear left brake pipe may become damaged.17 Mar 2004 · R/2004/041
- A8 · replace drivers airbag5 Nov 2003 · R/2003/160
- A3 · shatter cracks may occur on a vacuum pipe to brake servo29 Sep 2003 · R/2003/128
- A4 · possible fitment of incorrect brake disc11 Aug 2003 · R/2003/088
- A2, A3, A4, A6, TT · airbag may not deploy26 Oct 2002 · R/2002/143
- A6 · brake pedal bracket may crack1 Aug 2002 · R/2002/112
- A3 · anti lock brake control unit concern7 Jun 2002 · R/2002/029
- ALLROAD · windscreen wiper action may be affected3 Sep 2001 · R/2001/114
- TT · instability and loss of directional control could occur17 Apr 2000 · R/2000/008
- A4, A6, A8 · potential premature wear of steering ball joints1 Nov 1999 · R/1999/072
- A3 · possible jamming of accelerator mechanism26 Jan 1999 · R/1998/116
- A4 · possible insecurity of brake pedal14 Jan 1999 · R/1998/106
- A3 · rear left and right seat belt retractor mounting brackets may be prone to fatigue cracking1 Jul 1998 · R/1998/047
- 80, A4, A6, A8 · unscheduled deployment of drivers air bag26 Nov 1997 · R/1997/075
- A3, A4, A6 · front seat belt height adjuster28 Jun 1997 · R/1997/049
- A8 · loss of tyre pressure1 Jul 1996 · R/1996/049
- 100, 80 · wheel retaining bolts may be too short7 Feb 1994 · R/1993/078
- 80 · possible leakage of power steering fluid27 Apr 1993 · R/1993/013
- 100 · vacuum pump failure19 Oct 1992 · R/1992/043
- 80 · possible failure of front suspension bolts14 Feb 1992 · R/1992/009
Recalls for other makes
- Toyota 249
- Volkswagen 219
- Honda 205
- Fiat 197
- Nissan 161
- Land Rover 159
- Suzuki 145
- Iveco 142
- Mitsubishi 130
- Porsche 122
- Daimler Truck 113
- Jeep 112
Source: DVSA recalls register, check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk, copy dated 6 Sep 2026, Open Government Licence v3.0. Recall text is as published; only the manufacturer name is tidied.