2025 Audi A5/S5 Convenience Close Function Not Working TSB

Symptoms

Owners of affected 2025 Audi A5 and S5 vehicles might notice that the Audi A5 convenience close function, which operates via the sensor on the door handle, is not working as expected. The primary symptom reported is that the "convenience close function via the sensor on the door handle does not work."

Technical Background

Audi has identified that the convenience close function was deactivated for certain vehicles manufactured after April 23, 2025. This deactivation was a temporary measure. The manufacturer plans to reactivate this function in production for vehicles built from approximately week 38 of 2025 onwards.

Diagnosis and Repair

To address the non-functional Audi A5 convenience close feature, technicians are instructed to first check for the visibility of TSB 2079690, specifically regarding the "00 Combined software update 03.10.00/C (28.13.01) KD2." If this software update is applicable to the vehicle, it must be performed as described in TSB 2079690.

Following the software update, a specific test program named "Technical Product Information 2079931" must be run. This program can be accessed through the diagnostic system under the path: "0009 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module - J519 (HCP4) -> 0009 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module, Technical Product Information -> Technical Product Information 2079931."

Important Warnings

This Technical Service Bulletin 2079931/2 is primarily informational if the vehicle is outside of its warranty period. Owners should be aware that while the fix is a software update, warranty coverage may vary based on the vehicle's status.

Owner Action

If you own a 2025 Audi A5 or S5 and are experiencing issues with the convenience close function, it is recommended to contact your authorized Audi dealership. Inform them about the symptom and reference Technical Service Bulletin 2079931/2. The dealership will be able to perform the necessary software update and diagnostic procedures to restore the functionality. This repair is typically covered under the vehicle's warranty.

Source: NHTSA ID: 11027395