2018 Audi Q5 recalls

6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA, including 1 with a do-not-drive warning. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

21V947000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Electrical System recallA liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to…ElectricalFree repair289KunitsDec 202119V737000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Structure recallThe rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.Body & latchesFree replacement174KunitsOct 201919V416000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Wheels recallThe wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach.Steering & suspensionFree repair126KunitsJun 201919V277000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake master cylinder casting may be too short.Brakes & stabilityFree repair13KunitsApr 201918V369000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.Do not driveBrakes & stabilityFree repair10KunitsJun 201816V955000 · Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc.Air Bags recallAdditionally, certain 2017 Audi Q7, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, and 2018 Audi Q5 vehicles are being recalled because the seat belt…Air bagsFree replacement5,947unitsDec 2016