2023 Audi Q5 Sportback recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback. The most recent was reported on May 7, 2025.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
May 7, 2025	25V-294	Engine	89,417
October 7, 2022	22V-753	Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical	76,515

Recall details

Engine

May 7, 2025 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 25V-294

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.

Risk: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.

Engine and engine cooling: engine, hard parts internal/mechanical

October 7, 2022 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 22V-753

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

Risk: A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).

Other model years of the Audi Q5 Sportback

2025 (1)2024 (1)2022 (5)

All Audi Q5 Sportback recalls · All Audi recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, the most recent reported on May 7, 2025. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2023 Audi Q5 Sportback?

Engine (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 2 of the 2 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.