The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi S5 Cabriolet vehicles equipped with Super Sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat may have been folded incorrectly during installation.
The risk
If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag may deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-325 (18V325000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 69W6 |
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window |
| Report date | May 16, 2018 |
| Owners notified | July 13, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 548 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-325 repair free?
Yes. Audi dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69W6.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 548 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.