NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Audi S5
Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The Audi S5 is a performance-oriented luxury coupe and sportback that slots above the A5 in Audi's lineup, targeting buyers who want a blend of everyday refinement and spirited driving in a premium German package. It competes in the upper tier of the sport luxury segment, appealing to enthusiasts who prioritize driving dynamics and interior quality alongside practicality.
The 2020 Audi S5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 4 recalls and 25 owner complaints on file, giving it a light recall and complaint burden.
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Reviewers generally praise the Audi S5 for its polished, refined driving character, upscale interior materials, and the way it balances performance with daily usability. Most consider it a strong choice for buyers who want a premium sport vehicle that does not feel harsh or compromised. Handling and build quality tend to draw consistent positive remarks across professional assessments.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
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
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS20V737000
Risk: Without the scuff protection, the wires may become damaged during a rear crash, disabling the doors from being opened from the outside, causing a loss of hazard lights, and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EU.
Reported 2020-11-25
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
25 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.