Audi A5 recall: Replacing rear seat backrest
- What's wrong
- The rear seat backrest may not comply with crash safety requirements due to an inadequate weld joint. This means that there is an increased risk of rear seat passengers being injured in the event of a frontal collision if heavy loads are being transported in…
- What to do
- Contact a Audi dealer to book the free repair. For safety reasons it is necessary to replace the right rear seat backrest.
What’s wrong
The rear seat backrest may not comply with crash safety requirements due to an inadequate weld joint. This means that there is an increased risk of rear seat passengers being injured in the event of a frontal collision if heavy loads are being transported in the luggage compartment. Until the repair has been performed we request that you do not transport any heavy loads in the luggage compartment.
The fix
For safety reasons it is necessary to replace the right rear seat backrest.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| A5 | 16 Nov 2024 | 15 Jan 2025 | 9 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 19 March 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.