2025-2026 Audi MMI Radio Station Logo Display Issue

Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2079195/1 to address a minor but noticeable display issue within the MMI (Multi Media Interface) infotainment system. This TSB, titled "91 Service info: MMI Entertainment: radio stations saved to favorites do not display the correct logo," applies to certain 2025-2026 Audi A5, A6, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models. Owners of these vehicles may notice that their favorite radio stations do not always show the expected brand logo in the favorites list, instead displaying a generic placeholder.

This bulletin provides a straightforward solution for the Audi MMI radio logo discrepancy, ensuring that your infotainment system displays the correct visual information for your saved stations. While not impacting functionality, this visual inconsistency can detract from the premium user experience expected from an Audi vehicle.

Symptoms of the MMI Radio Station Logo Issue

The primary symptom owners will observe is that "radio stations saved in the favorites list do not display the correct logo." Instead of seeing the familiar branding for a specific radio station, a standard or generic logo appears. This visual glitch occurs specifically within the favorites list on the MMI screen.

However, the TSB clarifies that if the affected radio station is selected as the media source, or if the user searches for it in the station list, the expected station logo will display correctly. This indicates the issue is confined to how logos are cached or displayed within the favorites interface, not a fundamental problem with the MMI's ability to recognize or display the correct station branding.

Understanding the "Audi MMI Radio Logo" Problem

According to Audi's technical background for TSB 2079195/1, this behavior arises when the station logo was not available at the precise moment the radio station was initially saved to the favorites list. The MMI system, which manages all infotainment functions including navigation, communication, and entertainment, attempts to retrieve and display these logos for a richer user experience.

If, for any reason, the logo data was not accessible or fully loaded during the saving process, the system defaults to a generic icon. This can lead to an inconsistent display where some favorite stations show their correct logos while others do not. The problem is not a malfunction of the radio itself, nor does it prevent the station from playing correctly; it is purely a display anomaly affecting the Audi MMI radio logo within the favorites interface.

Simple Fix for the MMI Radio Station Logo

The solution provided by Audi in TSB 2079195/1 is remarkably simple and can be performed by the owner without a visit to the dealership. To resolve the incorrect Audi MMI radio logo display, you need to refresh the station's entry in your favorites list. The procedure involves two basic steps:

1. Delete the Station: Navigate to your MMI's radio favorites list. Select the radio station that is displaying the incorrect logo and remove it from your favorites. The exact steps for deleting a favorite may vary slightly by MMI version, but typically involve selecting the station and choosing a 'delete' or 'remove from favorites' option.
2. Save the Station Again: Once the station has been removed, tune back to that specific radio station. Ensure that the correct logo is visible on the screen while the station is playing. Then, save the station back into your favorites list. This action prompts the MMI system to re-acquire and store the station's logo information, ideally resolving the display issue.

This process should ensure that the MMI system correctly associates and displays the appropriate logo for your favorite radio stations going forward.

Important Information for Owners

Audi's Technical Service Bulletin 2079195/1 explicitly states that "Billing under warranty is not permitted" for this particular issue. This means that if you take your vehicle to an Audi dealership for this specific concern, the repair will not be covered under your vehicle's warranty, and you may be charged for the service. Given the simplicity of the fix, owners are encouraged to perform the delete and re-save procedure themselves.

The TSB also notes that a "Production Solution" is "Not applicable" and "Service" is "Not applicable," further reinforcing that this is a user-addressable display anomaly rather than a complex technical fault requiring specialized dealer intervention or a software update. This information empowers owners to quickly and easily correct the Audi MMI radio logo issue on their own.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 11025282, Manufacturer Communication: 2079195/1