This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Audi S5 Cabriolet.
22 mpg combined
10.7 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 2021 Audi S5 Cabriolet has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a rear axle lock nut that can break and cause the rear wheels to lose alignment, reducing steering control and raising the risk of a crash.
The remaining two recalls cover occupant safety and visibility. On the safety equipment side, a rear seatbelt retractor can fail to secure a child restraint properly, meaning a child seat may not stay anchored in a crash. There is also a visibility concern: the rearview camera display can go blank when reversing, leaving the driver without a rear view and raising the chance of a backover incident.
At a glance
What can fail
A software issue may cause the rearview camera display to show a blank or black screen instead of the camera image when reverse gear is engaged.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the infotainment unit software at no cost to restore rearview camera display functionality.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear middle seat belt's automatic locking mechanism may stop working too early, preventing child car seats from being secured properly.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the middle-rear seat belt assemblies at no cost to you.
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.
