NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Audi Rs5 Safety Record
The 2019 Audi Rs5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Audi RS5 has not undergone federal crash testing, leaving no NHTSA star ratings or Safety Index score to evaluate its performance in collisions. Despite the absence of crash-test data, the record indicates a Light recall and complaint burden band. NHTSA has documented four recall campaigns for this model year, addressing various safety components. Additionally, three unverified owner complaints have been reported to the agency. The lack of crash-test results means consumers cannot consult a federal safety assessment for the 2019 RS5.
The 2019 Audi RS5 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Audi Rs5?
For the 2019 Audi RS5, a noteworthy aspect of its federal safety record is the absence of NHTSA crash test results. This leaves a gap in understanding its performance in controlled collision scenarios. The vehicle's recall burden is categorized as "Light," a relative measure of safety-related activity rather than a crash-safety grade. Four recalls have been issued, addressing issues with tires, seats, the rear suspension, and the electrical system battery. The battery recall specifically impacts 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe models. The recalls concerning seats and tires are broader in scope, affecting multiple Audi models beyond the 2019 RS5. Owner complaints are minimal, with only three allegations on file, primarily related to the electrical system.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Audi Rs5 have any recalls?
The four recall campaigns for the 2019 Audi RS5 cover four distinct component areas: tires, seats, rear suspension axle assembly, and the 12V/24V/48V electrical system battery. The battery recall specifically involves an incorrect positive battery terminal cover on 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe vehicles. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the provided campaign descriptions, but shoppers should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
TIRES22V034000
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Reported 2022-01-26
SEATS21V874000
Risk: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
Reported 2021-11-10
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY21V295000
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Reported 2021-04-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY20V760000
Risk: In the event of a rear crash, the incorrect cover can cause the 12-volt power supply to be compromised, preventing the vehicle doors from being opened from the outside, or the hazard warning lights from functioning, increasing risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the positive terminal cover, free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 27i6.
Reported 2020-12-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Audi Rs5?
Three unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Audi RS5. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts. The top components cited in those reports are the Electrical System, which accounts for two of the three allegations, followed by Structure and an Unknown or Other category, each cited once. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded among these reports.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Audi Rs5?
Four recall campaigns were initiated for the 2019 Audi RS5. Any prospective buyer of a used 2019 Audi RS5 should confirm that all recalls have been addressed on that specific vehicle by using the free VIN lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA issued a battery-specific recall targeting 2018-2019 Audi RS5 Coupe vehicles over an incorrect positive battery terminal cover, making this one recall that applies narrowly to this model year's Coupe configuration rather than a broad multi-model campaign.
- The seat recall covers a range of Audi models from 2017 through 2020 and includes both the 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe and the 2019 RS5 Sportback, so both body styles of the 2019 RS5 are potentially within scope of that campaign.
- Three unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year cite the electrical system in two of three reports, a pattern that aligns with the existence of the battery-related recall campaign for this generation.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2019 Audi RS5 in any configuration, and no tested sibling years are available in the federal record to provide an adjacent safety-score reference for this specific generation.
FAQ2019 Audi Rs5 safety questions
Was the 2019 Audi Rs5 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Audi Rs5 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Audi Rs5. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Audi Rs5?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Audi Rs5. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Audi Rs5 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.