2016-2021 Audi Q5 under recall over electronic control unit issue

Audi Australia is recalling more than 18,000 examples of its Q5 SUV over fears even a small amount of liquid leaking onto the rear seats could cause a serious electronic failure.

The issue affects 18,186 Q5s built between 2016 and 2021.

According to the Department for Infrastructure, due to its installation position, if there is liquid or liquid droplets spilt on the rear seat bench the central electronic control data network management unit may become damaged and fail.

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This could have a variety of effects and restrict functions such as:

• Engine – The engine enters emergency running mode and continues running with reduced performance
• Gearbox – The automatic gearbox interrupts the power flow in the drive train
• Steering – The steering reduces the steering assistance in stages; it may therefore be necessary to use more force to turn the steering wheel as the vehicle slows down.

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If this happens, it is feared it could increase the risk of an accident, causing serious injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.

A list of VINs for affected vehicles is available here.

Owners are advised to contact their local authorised Audi dealer to make an appointment to have the work carried out free of charge. Alternatively, for more information call 1800 502 834 or email customerassistance@audi-info.com.au