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2025 Audi Q5 Health Check: TSBs and Software Updates

Explore common issues for the 2025 Audi Q5, including electrical system warnings, door malfunctions, and headlight defects, as detailed in manufacturer service bulletins. Learn about software updates and potential fixes.

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2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 Door Won't Open from Outside TSB

A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 2079914/3) has been issued for 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles addressing an intermittent issue where a door cannot be opened from the outside. This can be due to software or hardware issues, sometimes accompanied by DTC B122D29.

2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 Engine Warning Lamp TSB 2081184/1

A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 2081184/1) has been issued for 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 models regarding an illuminated engine warning lamp or non-functional air conditioning. This issue is linked to DTCs U366500, P2D8800, or P2D8B00, caused by an incorrectly fitted earth connection.

2025 Audi Q5 — Audi Q5 headlight defective

2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 Headlight Defective Warning TSB 2078609/5

Owners of 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles may see a "Left/right main beam headlight defective" warning message and DTC C12FC01. This TSB addresses the software issue causing the warning.

2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 Door Cannot Be Opened From Outside

This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 2079914/2) addresses an issue in 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles where one of the doors cannot be opened intermittently from the outside, often accompanied by DTC B122D29. The TSB outlines diagnostic steps and repair procedures.

2025 Audi Q5 — 2025 Audi Q5 side assist warnings

2025 Audi Q5 Side Assist Warnings TSB 2078626/3

Audi Technical Service Bulletin 2078626/3 details a fix for 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 models experiencing false 'side assist issues warnings' and blind spot light activation. The solution involves a software update and calibration of driver assist control units.

2025-2026 Audi Q5/SQ5 Rear Lid Does Not Close TSB

Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2077738/6 for 2025-2026 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles experiencing a rear lid that fails to close and reopens. This TSB addresses the issue with a multi-step repair process including software updates, bump stop inspection, mechanical adjustment, and…

2025 Audi Q5 / SQ5 AC No Cooling TSB 2080332/1

Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin 2080332/1 for 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 models experiencing air conditioner no cooling and coolant temperature warning lamp illumination. This TSB addresses DTCs P021700, U05AC00, and U063200, pointing to a wiring loom issue.

2025 Audi Q5/SQ5 Headlight Defect TSB 2078609/4

A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 2078609/4) has been issued for 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles experiencing an intermittent 'Left/right main beam headlight defective' warning message and DTC C12FC01. This TSB provides a software update to resolve the issue, which is purely software-related and…

2025 Audi Q5 — Audi Q5 side assist warnings

2025 Audi Q5 Side Assist Warnings TSB 2078626/2

This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2078626/2 addresses customer complaints regarding the side assist system in 2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5 models issuing warnings without cause. The repair involves a software update and dynamic calibration of the lane change assist and radar sensor control units.

2025 Audi Q5 Door Cannot Be Opened From Outside TSB 2079914/1

If your 2025 Audi Q5 door cannot be opened from outside, this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 2079914/1) provides diagnostic and repair information for the issue, including checks for DTC B122D29 and specific door lock part versions.

2025 Audi Q5 — Audi A4 engine control unit fault

2022-2025 Audi A4, A5, Q5 Engine Control Unit Faults P060C00, U041600

Audi has issued Transaction No. 2072710/7, a Pending Service Solution (PSS), for 2022-2025 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles experiencing engine control unit faults P060C00 and U041600. Owners may see the 'EPC Lamp lights up' or 'Drive system: fault' message. This bulletin indicates software issues…

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Latest Recalls

26V266000Apr 24, 2026

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.

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#117726481 InjuredOct 21, 2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WHEELS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The NEW vehicle keeps showing a warning light on the dash saying that the rear wheel bolts are loose two accidents have occurred in a 60 day period, the vehicle has been in for service multiple times and Audi has not found a fix for the safety light warning or found the loose bolts or suspension break issues. The have ignored a vehicle defect notice sent and lawyered up as soon as I said the vehicle was a lemon.

#11771851Oct 17, 2026

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING

I bought a late model Audi Q5 2025 late February 2026. the one I bought was a loaner with 8K miles on it, list 60k, paid 48K for it. late April, we were in the mountains of western NC and were on a windy 2 lane mountain road after midnight with no cell service and nowhere to pull off. 7 warning lights came on, the most concerning was to immediately pull over and shut off the engine. We could not do this. The steering wheel was shaking and the climate systems shut off. All ABS were non functional. We drove the last half hour to the house, put the car in the garage and figured it would need to be towed the next day. The next morning, I turned it on and all was cleared out. I took it to the dealer when back in SC, but they could not find anything. it is now mid October, it has happened 4 other times since then. all in NC except for once on [XXX] but I was near exit [XXX] so made it home. It happened twice in a week late July. it was 98 outside the first time, I had an hour to go and it was incredibly hot in the car. with no ac. my two dogs were very stressed by the time we got to the house. Again, in the garage, all clear the next morning. It happened on the way home, now it's 99 out. I turned off the car in a parking lot, waited 15 minutes, turned it on, all clear and we got home fine. My service person said there was a "major software upgrade" coming out and that was all the car needed. they got me in early before it was released and had the car for 4 days. It took 5 tries to get the upgrade. I was told this was it, all was fine. next time I was on a steep downhill in NC. had to hold tightly to the wheel it was shaking so much, abs working, maneuverability seemed compromised. I was scared to death. This time it took over a week and because they could not find the fault code, nothing done. Given the research I have done, I am sure the dealer knew about these issues when I bought the car or certainly during the emails detailing the other incidents. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATI

No injuries · No fire · No crash

#11771358Oct 15, 2026

UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE

May 30, 2026 - Latching part of rear door lock broken. Had 3 grandchildren in the car at the time. Door would not latch. October 15, 2026 - Park gear would not work properly. Put in park and car would still roll. Hill-hold function also not working. March 24, April 8, August 7 - Front console lights up with warning lights for no reason. Dangerous as you don't know what is working and what is not. Forced us to have car out of commission for over 30 days since purchase on March 6, 2026

No injuries · No fire · No crash

#11771124Oct 14, 2026

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING

On October 14, 2026, while driving my 2025 Audi Q5 on a busy freeway at approximately 57 mph, the vehicle suddenly activated emergency braking and rapidly slowed/stopped without warning. At the same time, the seat belt tightened extremely forcefully around my body, restricting my movement and making it difficult to breathe. The instrument cluster then displayed “Emergency assist: canceled.” I believe the malfunction involved the vehicle’s emergency/driver-assistance braking system and restraint system. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The sudden braking created an immediate risk of a serious rear-end collision because the vehicle unexpectedly slowed/stopped in freeway traffic. I was also physically restrained by the seat belt during the event and unable to move normally. This specific freeway incident has not yet been reproduced or confirmed by the dealer. I reported it to Audi Fremont immediately and requested inspection. The vehicle has previously been serviced for other unresolved safety-related issues, including a parking-related condition acknowledged by Audi as a Pending Service Solution with no repair currently available. There were no warning lamps or messages immediately before the sudden braking event. Afterward, once I was safely able to do so, I photographed the instrument cluster displaying “Emergency assist: canceled.”

No injuries · No fire · No crash

#11763773Sep 12, 2026

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL

Brake Electronics Control Unit Failure (DTC U041800): Logged active diagnostic code U041800 (implausible signal in address 812C). Dealership records confirm no permanent remedy exists, with software patches delayed into Q3 2026, leaving active braking and electronic system faults unaddressed. Electrical Grid Collapse & Parasitic Battery Drain: Vehicle experienced exterior lights activating independently during sleep mode and cyclical 300mA to 2.0A parasitic draws. Required warranty replacement of the Central Electrical Control Module (J519), Low Voltage Power Distributor Module (J1282), and primary 12V battery (RO #AUCS214055). Powertrain & Transmission Engagement Failures: Experienced Check Engine Light cycling and a total failure to engage "Park" for 20 minutes. Scanned hard factory codes P187C00 (gear actuator 3 failure), P086900, and P270800, requiring ten consecutive distance sensor calibrations. Adaptive Cruise Control & Restraints Malfunctions: ACC fails to engage due to false occupant-detection logic errors, triggering phantom rear-seat belt warnings while driving solo and throwing error messages that compromise restraint safety architecture. Liftgate Architectural Failures: Rear trunk lid fails to open or latch fully due to software conflicts with the mobile key platform, causing the control unit to lose its calibrated position.

No injuries · No fire · No crash