2023 Audi RS 5 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2023 Audi RS 5 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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How does 2023 compare to other RS 5 years?

RS 5 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2023 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2023 Audi RS 5 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V251000AirbagsApril 3, 2024 · 91 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

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.

2023 Audi RS 5 — common questions

Is the 2023 Audi RS 5 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2023 Audi RS 5 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2023 Audi RS 5. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2023 compare to other RS 5 years?

Does the 2023 Audi RS 5 have recalls?

2023 Audi RS 5 — common questions

Is the 2023 Audi RS 5 reliable?

Does the 2023 Audi RS 5 have recalls?

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