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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2025 Audi A5

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

2Recalls
5Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE AUDI A5

The Audi A5 is a premium European coupe and sportback that competes in the luxury compact segment, targeting buyers who prioritize style, refinement, and driving engagement over pure practicality. Offered in both two-door coupe and five-door Sportback configurations, it sits above the A4 sedan in Audi's lineup and draws shoppers who want a more expressive, driver-focused alternative to mainstream luxury crossovers.

VERDICT

The 2025 Audi A5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 5 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Audi A5 as one of the more polished and visually distinctive entries in the luxury compact segment, praising its interior quality, composed ride, and strong engine options. Most consider it a rewarding choice for buyers who value aesthetics and driving character, though some note that rivals offer more interior space or a more engaging driving experience at comparable price points.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR25V899000

Risk: An improperly secured child seat can increase risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the right and left rear seat belt assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69D8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 23, 2025.

Reported 2025-12-19

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR25V638000

Risk: In a crash, a damaged torsion bar in a retractor could fail. If this happens, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace one or both front seat belts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2025, and October 31, 2025. Owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834 or Volkswagen at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's number for this recall is 69UM; Volkswagen’s number for this recall is 694T. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov b

Reported 2025-09-24

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsForward Collision Avoidance 2Engine 1Vehicle Speed Control 1Structure 1Tires 1Electrical System 1

Other A5 years

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Audi A5 2025. Methodology · Disclosure