2022-2025 Audi A5/S4/S5 Continental Tire Recall 44CT

Why This Matters: Continental Tire Safety Recall

Audi has communicated important information regarding the Continental Tire Safety Recall, identified by campaign code 44CT. This recall addresses a non-compliance condition found in certain Continental passenger tires. A non-compliance condition means the tires may not meet specific Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, which could potentially affect vehicle safety and performance.

The Audi Continental tire recall is a critical safety measure. Owners of affected vehicles should understand the implications of this recall and ensure their vehicles are remedied promptly. This communication serves as a reminder to dealers about their legal obligations concerning vehicles impacted by safety and compliance recalls.

What's Being Recalled

The recall, designated as 44CT, involves specific Continental passenger tires. Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) and Continental Tire (Canada) initiated this voluntary recall after discovering a condition where these tires do not comply with safety standards. While the specific nature of the non-compliance is not detailed in this communication, such issues can range from manufacturing defects affecting tire integrity to incorrect labeling.

This Audi Continental tire recall affects a range of Audi A5, S4, and S5 models from model years 2022 through 2025. The recall ensures that any potential safety risks associated with these tires are addressed, maintaining the high safety standards expected from Audi vehicles.

Important Warnings for Dealers and Owners

This dealer communication includes crucial reminders about legal obligations concerning vehicles affected by safety and compliance recalls. These warnings are vital for both dealerships and consumers:

• New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: "It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By law, dealers must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to motor vehicle safety."
• Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: "Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles in their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been remedied."

These statements mean that if you are purchasing a new or pre-owned Audi A5, S4, or S5 from model years 2022-2025, the dealership is legally prohibited from selling or leasing it to you until the Continental Tire Safety Recall 44CT has been completed. Owners should be aware that no new or used vehicle with an open recall should be delivered without the necessary repairs.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

If you own a 2022-2025 Audi A5, S4, or S5, it is recommended to check if your vehicle is part of the Continental Tire Safety Recall 44CT. You can typically do this by visiting the Audi recall website or the NHTSA website and entering your vehicle's 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This will confirm if your specific vehicle is included in this or any other open recall campaign.

Manufacturer's Remedy

For vehicles affected by the Continental Tire Safety Recall 44CT, the manufacturer's remedy will involve addressing the non-compliance condition of the tires. This typically means inspecting the tires and, if necessary, replacing them free of charge. Owners will be notified by Audi with specific instructions on how to proceed with the recall repair. It is important to schedule the repair with an authorized Audi dealership as soon as you receive notification or confirm your vehicle is affected.

NHTSA Source: This information is based on Audi Dealer Communication 44CT_REV20240920, NHTSA ID 11009262.