Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026
📌 Vehicle Recall Notice
Vehicle: 2025 AUDI A5
Open Recalls: 2
Hazards: Crash Risk, Engine Stall, Seat Belt Failure
What to do: Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the recall repair.
🔗 View official NHTSA recall search →
Campaign Number(s):
25V638000, 25V899000
⚠️ Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
to confirm if your specific vehicle is affected.
Recall Campaigns on File
| Campaign # | Date Reported | Component |
|---|---|---|
| 25V638000 | 24/09/2025 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR |
| 25V899000 | 19/12/2025 | SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR |
Here is a factual vehicle recall information record for the 2025 Audi A5, based on the provided NHTSA data.
Reclia Consumer Safety Database – Vehicle Recall Record
Vehicle: 2025 Audi A5
Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Database Entry Date: 26/09/2025 (Updated: 19/12/2025)
Recall Summary
The 2025 Audi A5 is subject to two distinct safety recall campaigns issued by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi). Both recalls involve critical failures within the vehicle’s seat belt restraint system and have been reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The first recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V638000), reported on September 24, 2025, addresses a manufacturing defect in the front seat belt retractors. The torsion bar—a component designed to absorb crash energy by twisting and locking the belt—may have been damaged during production. This defect could prevent the seat belt from properly restraining an occupant in a crash.
The second recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V899000), reported on December 19, 2025, addresses a non-compliance issue with the rear seat belt retractors. The automatic locking retractor (ALR) may fail to engage when a child seat is installed using the seat belt. This failure means the vehicle does not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) No. 208 (Occupant Crash Protection) and No. 209 (Seat Belt Assemblies).
Neither recall is classified as a “Park It” or “Park Outside” emergency, and neither can be remedied via an over-the-air software update. Both require physical inspection and replacement of parts by an authorized dealer.
Affected Vehicle
This record applies specifically to the 2025 Audi A5 model. The recall campaigns also affect other 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles in the Audi and Volkswagen lineup, including the Audi A6 Sportback E-Tron, S5, S6 Sportback E-Tron, Q4 E-Tron, Q6 E-Tron, and the Volkswagen GTI and Golf R. However, for the purpose of this record, only the 2025 Audi A5 is detailed.
Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) for the first recall (25V638000) became searchable on the NHTSA website beginning September 26, 2025. VINs for the second recall (25V899000) became searchable on December 23, 2025. Owners are strongly encouraged to check their specific VIN to confirm whether their vehicle is included in either or both campaigns.
Recalled Components
Recall 25V638000 – Front Seat Belt Retractors (Torsion Bar)
– Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
– Issue: The torsion bar inside one or both front seat belt retractors may have been damaged during the manufacturing process.
– Consequence: In a crash, a damaged torsion bar can fail. If this occurs, the seat belt will not lock properly or absorb crash forces, increasing the risk of injury to the front seat occupant.
Recall 25V899000 – Rear Seat Belt Retractors (Automatic Locking Retractor)
– Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
– Issue: The automatic locking retractor (ALR) in the rear seat belts may not engage when the belt is fully extended and then retracted, as required for proper child seat installation.
– Consequence: An improperly secured child seat can shift or detach during a crash, significantly increasing the risk of injury to a child passenger.
What Owners Should Do
Owners of a 2025 Audi A5 should take the following steps immediately:
1. Verify Your Vehicle: Check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on the official NHTSA website (NHTSA.gov/recalls) to confirm if your vehicle is included in either recall campaign. You can also use Audi’s recall lookup tool.
2. Schedule Repairs: Contact your local authorized Audi dealer to schedule a free repair appointment. The dealer will:
– For Recall 25V638000: Replace one or both front seat belt assemblies, free of charge.
– For Recall 25V899000: Inspect and, if necessary, replace the right and left rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge.
3. Review Owner Notifications: Audi mailed owner notification letters for the first recall on October 30 and October 31, 2025. Notification letters for the second recall were mailed on February 16, 2026. If you have
- Total complaints: 4
- Involving crash: 0
- Involving fire: 0
- Injuries reported: 0
- Deaths reported: 0
Figures are self-reported to NHTSA by vehicle owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I know if my 2025 AUDI A5 is affected?
A: Check your VIN against the campaign number(s) on this page, or look it up at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Q: What should I do if my vehicle is recalled?
A: Contact an authorized dealer to schedule the recall repair using the campaign number.
Q: Will the recall repair cost me anything?
A: Recall repairs mandated under federal safety law are performed free of charge by authorized dealers.
Q: How many recalls affect the 2025 AUDI A5?
A: NHTSA currently lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this vehicle.
🔹 Brand: All AUDI recalls
🔹 Vehicle Type: Similar vehicles
🔹 Severity: Same risk level
🔹 Related Risks:
→ Crash Risk
→ Engine Stall
→ Seat Belt Failure
Disclaimer: Information on this page is summarized from
official NHTSA recall notices. Reclia is a recall information database
and does not conduct vehicle testing, safety certification, or
independent investigations.
Consumers should refer to nhtsa.gov/recalls
for complete details and to confirm whether a specific VIN is affected.