Audi RS5 Cabriolet: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Audi RS5 Cabriolet across 2 model years: 0 owner complaints and 137 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 95 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 35 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 22 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 4 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Suspension. Wheel alignment, control arms, subframe, even tire wear.
- Tires. Tire age by DOT code, bulges, wear pattern.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a…
- A DTC with the description ?Invalid Data Record?
- This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version…
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the…
- Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and…
- High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a…
- High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a…
- A DTC with the description ?Invalid Data Record?
- This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version…
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.