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2009 Audi Q5 Recalls

6 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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6

NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Nov 19, 2018

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Audi Q5 average of 5.1 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2009 Audi Q5 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 18V818000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Nov 19, 2018

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2012 Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles, previously repaired under NHTSA recall 16V-660. These vehicles were previously repaired with an interim repair of installing butyl tape to the fuel pump flange, until replacement remedy parts became available.

Safety consequence

The butyl tape may not prevent fuel from leaking. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape, free of charge. The recall began December 28, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BJ.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 18V082000

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jan 30, 2018

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2006-2013 Audi A3, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2009-2012 Q5, and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R6. Note: This recall partially supersedes recall 16V-078.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V660000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Sep 13, 2016

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Audi Q5, and 2007-2012 Audi Q7 vehicles equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel pump flange on the affected vehicles may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Safety consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the flange, replacing any flanges that are cracked. If the flange is not cracked, dealers will clean the pump flange and install a butyl rubber band to protect the pump. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20W9.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V376000

Air Bags

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported May 27, 2016

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.

Safety consequence

If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V078000

Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Feb 10, 2016

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are available. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 09V484000

Air Bags

Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC

Reported Dec 18, 2009

What is recalled

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 Q5 PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2008 AND JUNE 4, 2009. A LEFT AND/OR RIGHT A-PILLAR TRIM COVER CLIP MAY NOT HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED CORRECTLY, ALLOWING THE A-PILLAR TRIM TO BECOME LOOSE WHEN THE SIDEGUARD HEAD PROTECTION AIRBAGS DEPLOY DURING A CRASH.

Safety consequence

IF THIS HAPPENS, A LOOSE TRIM PIECE COULD INJURE THE FRONT SEAT OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE.

Manufacturer remedy

VOLKSWAGEN WILL INSPECT THE CLIP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE LEFT AND RIGHT A-PILLAR COVERS AND REPLACE IT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-253-2834.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2009 Audi Q5 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2009 Audi Q5 have?

This verified dataset contains 6 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2009 Audi Q5. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2009 Audi Q5?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology