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2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet. The most recent was reported on July 24, 2019.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
July 24, 201919V-547Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module145,337
May 16, 201818V-325Air bags: side/window548

Recall details

Air bags: frontal, passenger side, inflator module

July 24, 2019 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 19V-547

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2018 S5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, S4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, and 2017-2018 A4 Sedan and A4 Allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) connecting cable may cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.

Risk: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 74D9.

Air bags: side/window

May 16, 2018 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 18V-325

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.

Risk: If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.

Other model years of the Audi S5 Cabriolet

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet, the most recent reported on July 24, 2019. 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 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet?

Air bags (2).

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.