Audi is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 models due to potential oil leaks from improperly tightened cylinder head cover screws, which could lead to fire. Owners should contact Audi for free screw replacement.
The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Audi is recalling 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles because cylinder head cover screws may be improperly tightened, causing oil leaks that could lead to fire. This affects owners who received notification letters mailed June 5, 2025.
The screws may not be tightened properly, causing oil to leak. This leak can build up heat and ignite, leading to a fire. The risk is higher if the vehicle is driven frequently or in hot conditions.
Owners of 2022-2024 Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles are affected. Drivers with improperly tightened cylinder head cover screws are at higher risk of fire.
Check if your vehicle was manufactured between 2022 and 2024. The recall covers Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro models. Notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025.
Call 1-800-253-2834 to schedule a free inspection and screw replacement at a dealer.
Dealers will inspect and replace the cylinder head cover screws at no cost if needed.
Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
2022-2024 Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro models.
Check if your vehicle was manufactured between 2022 and 2024. The recall covers Audi Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro models.
Contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 to schedule a free inspection and screw replacement at a dealer.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Audi to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V294000 — Audi Audi Hello, I own a Audi that is covered by recall 25V294000 from Audi. The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
