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CriticalCampaign #25V294000Engine / Powertrain

2024 Audi Q5 Recall: ENGINE

Vehicle Identity

Vehicle
2024 Audi Q5
Component
ENGINE
Vehicle engine bay — representative photo for NHTSA engine/powertrain recall
A vehicle engine bay (representative file photo of the affected component). Specific vehicle: see recall details below. Photo: Christopher Ziemnowicz / Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

Affected Vehicles

2024 Audi Q5

Recall Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.

Consequence

The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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.

411 Press Analysis

NHTSA has issued a critical safety recall for the 2024 Audi Q5, reported on May 7, 2025. The recall involves engine. The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire. This recall has been classified at the highest severity level. Owners of affected vehicles should stop driving them immediately and contact their dealer for service. Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. will provide the repair free of charge. Check your vehicle's VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.

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