2020 Audi Rs 5: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2020 Audi Rs 5: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Suspension Vehicle recall #21V295000 · 2021 · 40,993 vehicles
What's 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…
Why it matters: 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.
Tires, Suspension Vehicle recall #22V034000 · 2022 · 31,058 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi a5 sportback, rs5 coupe, rs5 sportback, s5 sportback, 2020-2021 a4 allroad, a4 sedan, a5 cabriolet, a5 coupe, a6 allroad, a6 sedan, a7, a8, q5, s4 sedan, s5 coupe, s5 cabriolet, s6 sedan, s7, s8, sq5, 2021 q5 sportback, q7, q8, rs6 avant, rs7, rsq8, sq5 sportback, sq7, and sq8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment May not have been inspected…
Why it matters: Rear axle misalignment May cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi Rs 5 so far.
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FAQ
Does the 2020 Audi Rs 5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2020 Audi Rs 5. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Where can I get a 2020 Audi Rs 5 repair manual?
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