Recall
Audi A5 — 20V737000
NHTSA ID
20V737000
Make
Audi
Model
A5
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2020-11-25
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Units Affected
5,426
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
97EU
Summary
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The wiring harness for the rear lights could be missing the anti-abrasion protection in the area of the spare wheel well.
Consequence
Without the scuff protection, the wires may become damaged during a rear crash, disabling the doors from being opened from the outside, causing a loss of hazard lights, and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EU.