2021 AUDI S5 Recalls

Published by Reclia Safety Desk | June 25, 2026

Here is a factual vehicle recall information record for the 2021 Audi S5, based solely on the provided NHTSA data.

Reclia Consumer Safety Record: 2021 Audi S5

Recall Summary

The 2021 Audi S5 is subject to five distinct recall campaigns conducted by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi). These recalls address a range of safety-related defects, including issues with seat belt retractors, rear axle components, tire alignment, rear lighting wiring, and the rearview camera display. The most critical recalls involve potential loss of vehicle control due to a broken rear axle lock nut and the risk of an unsecured child restraint system due to premature deactivation of rear seat belt locking retractors. All remedies are provided free of charge.

Affected Vehicle

– Make: Audi
– Model: S5
– Model Year: 2021
– Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Recalled Components

1. Seat Belts (Rear/Other: Retractor) – NHTSA Campaign 21V606000
– Issue: The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate prematurely. This prevents a child restraint system from being secured properly, violating Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208.
– Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system increases the risk of injury in a crash.
– Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the middle-rear seat belt assemblies.

2. Suspension (Rear Axle Non-Powered Axle Assembly) – NHTSA Campaign 21V295000
– Issue: The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
– Consequence: A broken lock nut can cause rear axle misalignment, leading to a loss of vehicle control and an increased risk of a crash.
– Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts.

3. Tires – NHTSA Campaign 22V034000
– Issue: After repairs were performed for the rear axle recall (21V-295), the rear axle alignment may not have been re-inspected.
– Consequence: Rear axle misalignment can cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
– Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as needed, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires.

4. Exterior Lighting (Tail Lights) – NHTSA Campaign 20V737000
– Issue: The wiring harness for the rear lights may be missing anti-abrasion protection in the spare wheel well area.
– Consequence: Without scuff protection, wires can become damaged during a rear crash, potentially disabling the ability to open doors from the outside and causing a loss of hazard lights, increasing injury risk.
– Remedy: Dealers will apply scuff protection to the wiring harness.

5. Back Over Prevention (Display Function) – NHTSA Campaign 22V742000
– Issue: A software issue may cause a blank or black screen to display instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is in reverse, violating FMVSS No. 111.
– Consequence: A blank rearview camera display reduces the driver’s rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
– Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software.

What Owners Should Do

Owners of a 2021 Audi S5 should take the following steps to ensure their vehicle is safe and compliant:

1. Check Recall Status: Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website at www.nhtsa.gov or call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). Enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to see if your specific vehicle is affected by any of these open recalls.

2. Contact Audi: For all five recalls, owners should contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Refer to the following Audi internal recall numbers when speaking with a dealer:
– Seat Belt Retractor: 69CS
– Rear Axle Lock Nut: 42L1
– Tire Alignment: 42L5
– Tail Light Wiring: 97EU
– Rearview Camera Display: 91DZ

3. Schedule Repairs: Contact your local authorized Audi dealer to schedule a free repair appointment. All inspections, parts replacements, and software updates are performed at no

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