This page covers 5 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Audi Rs 5.
21 mpg combined
11.2 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2019 Audi RS 5 has 5 recalls, the most serious involving a rear axle lock nut that can break and misalign the rear axle, causing loss of vehicle control.
Two recalls affect the front passenger airbag: corrosion on the passenger occupant detection system's connecting cable, or a fault in the passenger seat sensor itself, can cause the system to disable the passenger airbag, leaving that occupant without airbag protection in a crash. On the electrical side, an incorrect positive battery terminal cover was installed on certain RS 5 Coupe vehicles, and in a rear collision it can disrupt the 12-volt power supply, preventing doors from being opened from outside or hazard lights from functioning. There is also a tire wear concern tied to rear axle alignment: if the rear axle sits out of spec, tires can wear unevenly and prematurely, raising the risk of a tire-related crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear axle alignment was not inspected after previous recall repairs were completed, which could result in improper wheel positioning and uneven tire wear.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect rear axle alignment, adjust if needed, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A cable connecting the seat heater to the passenger air bag detection system may develop a contact fault, causing the system to incorrectly disable the passenger air bag.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The lock nut securing the trailing arm on the rear axle can break due to stress corrosion, potentially affecting rear suspension stability.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the lock nuts and associated bolts if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
An incorrect positive battery terminal cover was installed on these vehicles, which could cause electrical issues.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the positive terminal cover at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Oxidation on the Passenger Occupant Detection System connecting cable may cause the software to incorrectly diagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
What the fix does
Dealers will install cable ties to the harness at no cost to secure the cable and prevent oxidation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
