2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet. The most recent was reported on April 26, 2021.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
April 26, 2021	21V-295	Suspension: rear, axle, non-powered axle assembly	40,993

Recall details

Suspension: rear, axle, non-powered axle assembly

April 26, 2021 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · Campaign 21V-295

What is wrong: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.

Other model years of the Audi S5 Cabriolet

2023 (1)2022 (1)2021 (3)2019 (1)2018 (2)2017 (1)2012 (2)2011 (2)2010 (2)

All Audi S5 Cabriolet recalls · All Audi recalls

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet, the most recent reported on April 26, 2021. 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 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet?

Suspension (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign 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.