2025 Audi A5/Q5/S5/SQ5 MIL On DTC P050A00
Audi has issued Pending Service Solution (PSS) 2079008/1 for 2025 A5, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models where the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminates and DTC P050A00 (Idle speed control, malfunction at cold start) is stored. A permanent solution is expected in Q4 2025. Owners are advised not to…
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- Audi Q5
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- 2025
- Audi SQ5
- 2025
Understanding the "Audi P050A00 MIL on" Issue
Owners of certain 2025 Audi B10 A5, Q5, S5, and SQ5 models may experience the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL), also known as the "Check Engine" light or "exhaust emissions warning light," illuminating on their instrument cluster. This condition is accompanied by the storage of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P050A00 in the Engine Control Unit J623. The specific fault description for DTC P050A00 is "Idle speed control, malfunction at cold start."
This issue is currently categorized as a Pending Service Solution (PSS) by Audi, meaning a definitive repair is still being developed.
Fault Codes and Trigger Conditions
The primary diagnostic trouble code associated with this issue is:
| Code | Description | Module |
|---|---|---|
| P050A00 | Idle speed control, malfunction at cold start | Engine Control Unit (J623) |
This DTC indicates a problem with the vehicle's idle speed control system, specifically occurring during cold start conditions.
Important Warnings for Owners
Audi has provided clear instructions regarding this pending issue:
- "Do not replace any components for this condition since this will not resolve the customer's concern." This is a critical advisory, preventing unnecessary repairs and costs.
- A permanent solution for the "Audi P050A00 MIL on" condition is currently being implemented and is expected to be available by the end of the fourth quarter of 2025. Owners should be informed that no immediate repairs are necessary.
- The complaint is noted to occur only in rare situations and does not impact the vehicle's overall wear or safety.
Current Dealer Procedure
For vehicles presenting with the MIL on and DTC P050A00, Audi workshops are instructed to take the following actions:
- Inform the customer that a solution is anticipated by Q4 2025 and that no repairs are required at the present time.
- Clear the stored fault code P050A00 from the Engine Control Unit J623.
- Release the vehicle to the customer.
- For vehicles within the new model launch repair authorization period, or still in the launch phase, the workshop must create a web ticket with the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) for repair authorization. This PSS, identified as 2079008/1, should be referenced in the first line of the TAC case.
- A record of the issue must be created in the PSS application via AccessAudi.
Warranty Information
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 2079008/1 is informational if the vehicle is outside of warranty. For warranty claims, the following codes apply:
- Service Number: 2470
- Damage Code: 0040
- Labor Operations: GFF / Guided Functions (0150 0060, 0150 0010)
As per TSB 2079008/1, all warranty claims must adhere to the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual.
What Owners Should Know
If your 2025 Audi A5, Q5, S5, or SQ5 displays the MIL or "exhaust emissions warning light" and a scan reveals DTC P050A00, there is no need for immediate concern or component replacement. Audi is actively working on a solution, which is expected later in 2025. Your dealer will clear the fault and release the vehicle, documenting the issue for future resolution.
Source: NHTSA ID 11022694
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does DTC P050A00 mean for my Audi?
- DTC P050A00 indicates an "Idle speed control, malfunction at cold start" issue, which can cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) to illuminate on your instrument cluster.
- Should I get my Audi repaired immediately for the "Audi P050A00 MIL on" issue?
- No, Audi's Pending Service Solution (PSS) 2079008/1 advises against immediate component replacement, as a permanent fix for the "Audi P050A00 MIL on" condition is expected in Q4 2025.
- Will this issue affect my vehicle's safety or performance?
- Audi states that this condition occurs in rare situations and does not impact vehicle wear or safety, so you can continue to drive your vehicle.
- How will Audi fix the DTC P050A00 problem?
- Audi is developing a production solution, which is anticipated to be available by the end of 2025. Until then, dealers will clear the fault code and document the issue without replacing any components.
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What Audi A5 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 19 model years.
- 377
- Owner complaints
- 22
- Recalls
- 4,447
- Service bulletins
- 9
- Crashes reported
- 3
- Fires reported
- 6
- Injuries reported
The 2025 model year
9 complaints, the 10th most of 19 model years on file. Owners reported 0 crashes, 0 fires and 0 injuries for this year, which also has 2 recalls on file.
Engine, the system this article covers, accounts for 68 of 377 complaints (18%), including 2 for 2025.
Complaints by model year
| 2009 | 11 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 50 | |
| 2011 | 39 | |
| 2012 | 36 | |
| 2013 | 38 | |
| 2014 | 29 | |
| 2018 | 38 | |
| 2019 | 12 | |
| 2020 | 60 | |
| 2025 | 9 |
Most-reported systems
- Air Bags — 91
- Electrical System — 82
- Engine — 68
- Steering — 27
- Back Over Prevention — 18
Latest recalls for the 2025 model year
- 25V899000 — Seat Belts (Dec 2025)
- 25V638000 — Seat Belts (Sep 2025)
Recent owner reports about engine
The contact owns a 2025 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated without warning to approximately 20 MPH.
Read owner complaints →The contact owns a 2025 Audi A5 Sportback. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle was stopped, and then the vehicle stalled.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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