NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2025 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 2025 Audi S5 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 9 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
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
9 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.