The Lemon IndexAudi recalls.
Every NHTSA recall on the Audi models we track, by model and year. Check yours by VIN.
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Recalls by model. Campaigns per model, all years.
Tap a model for every recall in one list. Models on sale for more years have had more time to collect recalls.
The biggest Audi recalls. By vehicles in the campaign, since 2010.
- Airbags · recall issued Feb 2016 · A5 · model years 2010–2012
Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
659,493 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 16V078000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Dec 2025 · A6, Q7 · model years 2019–2025 New: most likely still open
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
356,894 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V900000
- Engine · recall issued Apr 2018 · A4, A5, A6, Q5 · model years 2012–2017
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the …
342,867 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V229000
- Engine · recall issued Jan 2017 · A4, A5, A6, Q5 · model years 2012–2017
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
342,867 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 17V002000
- Tires · recall issued Oct 2022 · A3, Q3 · model years 2019–2020
The tire pressure monitoring system may not detect an air pressure loss in adequate time when deflating occurs among all four tires simultaneously.
296,044 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 22V815000
- Electrical · recall issued Dec 2021 · Q5 · model years 2018–2021
A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
288,991 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 21V947000
The newest Audi recalls.
- Steering · recall issued Sep 2026 · Q3 · model years 2019–2021 New: most likely still open
One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break.
208,724 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V590000
- Seat belts · recall issued Apr 2026 · Q5 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.
7,425 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V266000
- Lane assist · recall issued Mar 2026 · A6 · model year 2019 New: most likely still open
Due to a software error, the lane departure warning system may be deactivated.
1,620 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 26V125000
- Seat belts · recall issued Dec 2025 · A5, A6 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The automatic locking retractor may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt.
27,768 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V899000
- Back over prevention · recall issued Dec 2025 · A6, Q7 · model years 2019–2025 New: most likely still open
Please see the recall report for a complete list of models.
356,894 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V900000
- Seat belts · recall issued Nov 2025 · Q7 · model year 2025 New: most likely still open
The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles may be missing a rivet that secures the buckle to the seat belt stalk.
61 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 25V777000
Park-it warnings 1
NHTSA flagged these: don't drive the car, or park it outside, until the fix is done.
- Brakes · recall issued Jun 2018 · Q5 · model year 2018 Park it: don't drive
The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance.
10,225 vehicles in the whole campaign · NHTSA 18V369000
Is one open on your Audi?
A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car. NHTSA's public recall data works by make, model and year, so these lists cover every car of that model year, not one VIN. Whether a recall was already fixed on a particular car is in the automaker's records: type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any dealer of that brand. The repair is free.
Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada
Questions
How many recalls does Audi have?
131 NHTSA recall campaigns on the 8 Audi models we track, model years 2000–2025. A campaign that covers several models or years counts once.
Which Audi has the most recalls?
The Audi A6, with 37 campaigns. Then the A3 (31), the Q7 (27), the Q5 (24). Models with more model years on sale have had more time to collect recalls.
What is the biggest Audi recall?
NHTSA 16V078000 (airbags, Feb 2016): 659,493 vehicles in the whole campaign, on the A5 among the models we track. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.
What is the newest Audi recall?
Filed Sep 2026 for the Q3 (NHTSA 26V590000): One of the bolts that attaches the steering rack to the subframe may corrode and break.
How do I check a Audi for recalls by VIN?
Type the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask any Audi dealer: that shows whether a recall is still open on that car. Our VIN check decodes it and lists every recall for that model year. Recall repairs are free.
Is Audi reliable? · Recall check for every make
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns (api.nhtsa.gov), matched to the model names owners use in NHTSA complaints. Vehicle counts and the "park it" warnings come from NHTSA's recall file, which starts in 2010, so older recalls have no count. A campaign's count covers every make and model in it.
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