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

Audi has issued a dealer communication, identified as 44CT, concerning a safety recall for Continental passenger tires. This recall, initiated by Continental Tire the Americas, LLC and Continental Tire (Canada), addresses a non-compliance condition found in certain tires. The communication, dated September 20, 2024, provides updated information to dealers regarding the handling of affected vehicles.

This notice is crucial for owners of certain 2022-2025 Audi A5, S4, and S5 vehicles, as it directly impacts vehicle safety and compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standards. The Audi 44CT recall ensures that any affected tires are identified and remedied promptly.

Why This Matters: Safety Risk

The Continental Tire Safety Recall (44CT) is critical because a non-compliance condition in a tire can pose a significant safety risk. Tires are fundamental to vehicle control, stability, and braking performance. A defect or non-compliance could lead to unexpected tire failure, such as a tread separation or rapid air loss, potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. Ensuring that all tires meet safety standards is paramount for driver and passenger safety.

What's Being Recalled

This recall specifically involves certain Continental passenger tires that have been identified with a non-compliance condition. While the specific nature of the non-compliance is not detailed in this particular communication, it indicates that these tires do not meet an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard. The Audi 44CT recall applies to vehicles equipped with these specific tires.

Important Warnings for Owners and Dealers

Audi's communication includes an "IMPORTANT REMINDER: VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS" section, which outlines strict legal obligations for dealers. These warnings are critical for owners to understand:

• 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."

This means that if your 2022-2025 Audi A5, S4, or S5 is currently at a dealership, either new or pre-owned, it cannot be sold or leased until the necessary recall remedy for the Audi 44CT recall has been completed. This federal mandate is in place to protect consumers from potential safety hazards.

Manufacturer's Remedy

The manufacturer's remedy for the Continental Tire Safety Recall (44CT) involves correcting the identified defect or non-compliance. While the exact procedure is not detailed in this dealer communication, it typically entails the inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the affected tires free of charge. Dealers are required to perform this remedy on all affected vehicles in their inventory before they can be delivered to customers.

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 this Audi 44CT recall. You can do this by contacting your local authorized Audi dealership with your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). They can inform you if your specific vehicle is included in the recall and advise on the next steps for inspection and remedy. You can also check the NHTSA website using your VIN for any open recalls.