2017-2025 Audi Models Droning/Vibrations TSB 2059057/13

Audi has issued Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2059057/13 to address customer concerns regarding unusual noises and vibrations in various 2017-2025 Audi models equipped with the Quattro Ultra all-wheel drive system. This bulletin provides a detailed procedure for diagnosing and resolving Audi Quattro Ultra droning vibrations, humming, or rubbing sounds that can occur under specific driving conditions.

The TSB, identified as Transaction No. 2059057/13, was released on January 22, 2026, and is applicable to vehicles with Quattro Ultra PR number GH4. It supersedes previous revisions, including Revision 12 from October 3, 2024, and Revision 11 from August 30, 2024. These revisions updated the condition description, technical background, service instructions, and added model years to the affected vehicle list.

Revision History

This Technical Service Bulletin has undergone several revisions to refine the diagnostic and repair procedures, as well as to expand the scope of affected vehicles:

• Revision 13 (Date not specified): Revised the Condition section by adding a model table, updated the Technical Background with new verbiage, and adjusted the Service instructions.
• Revision 12 (October 3, 2024): Revised the Service section with an adjusted measure.
• Revision 11 (August 30, 2024): Revised the header to include additional model years.

Symptoms of Droning and Vibrations

Owners of affected Audi vehicles may notice several distinct symptoms related to the Audi Quattro Ultra droning vibrations issue. These often manifest as noises and sensations originating from the drivetrain.

Common customer complaints include:

• Noises from the drive train (transmission, driveshaft, and/or rear final drive) when pulling away quickly from a stop with the wheels turned.
• Vibrations, humming, droning, or rubbing can be heard and/or felt in the vehicle interior and/or the rear seats when fully turning the steering wheel.
• Vibrations, humming, droning, or rubbing can be heard and/or felt in the vehicle interior and/or on the rear seats when driving in a straight line, particularly in wet conditions.

Workshop findings have corroborated these customer statements, confirming that the noises and vibrations can be reproduced. Technicians have traced these issues to various components, including noises from the all-wheel drive coupling 1 of the transmission, noises from the rear of the vehicle, noises traced to the rear final drive, and noises traced to the propshaft. The vibrations, humming, or droning can also be reproduced on the rear seat. Additionally, noises may be perceived as a