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2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
22best combined mpg
2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet
Photo: Vauxford · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall 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.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet so far.

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
3.0 L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive192622Premium

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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet.

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FAQ

Does the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet get?

EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2020 Audi S5 Cabriolet repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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