1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Audi S5.
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recalls
3
owner complaints
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complaints mentioning a crash
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mentioning a fire
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2023 Audi S5 recalls
Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger
NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · reported April 3, 2024 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. · 91 vehicles potentially affected
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
The risk
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
Air bags1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Tires1
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Nov 30, 2025 · Tires
The front driver-side tire experienced a full tire tread separation at highway speeds. It caused minimal damage to the vehicle's rim. No crash, other damage, or injuries occurred. Tire size 255/35R19 96H XL
Aug 11, 2025 · Air bags · crash reported
I got into a car accident that a ton of front end damage (the car was totaled) and none of the airbags deployed. I was alone in the car and wearing my seatbelt. I looked and found no noted recalls for the airbags in my specific car.
Jan 7, 2023 · Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel gauge does not move at all and showed tank was 5/8 full. However, when I was on the freeway, the vehicle stalled because I was out of gas. Luckily, I was on the right lane and therefore was able to pull over to the side without an incident. This is a new vehicle with faulty fuel sensors. Audi should have QC'd…
Across all years, the 2018 S5 has the most complaints (26). All Audi S5 years →
Questions
Does the 2023 Audi S5 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Audi S5, the most recent reported on April 3, 2024 (Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi S5?
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2023 Audi S5 complaints mention a crash or fire?
1 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 4 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received November 30, 2025.