2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet — 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 2017 compare to other S5 Cabriolet years?

S5 Cabriolet NHTSA complaints by model year, 2017 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

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

17V150000Seat BeltsMarch 8, 2017 · 1,676 units

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. A component within the front, rear, and rear center seat belt retractor pretensioners may detach after the seatbelt retractor pretensioner is deployed in the event of a crash.

Consequence

Although, the seat belt will operate as intended in the event of a crash, the pretensioner component may be a projectile within the vehicle cabin, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the safety belt retractors/pretensioners, free of charge. The recall began on June 28,2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for the recall is 69O8.

2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet — common questions

Is the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet 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 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet. 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 2017 compare to other S5 Cabriolet years?

Does the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet — common questions

Is the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet reliable?

Does the 2017 Audi S5 Cabriolet have recalls?

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