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2008 Audi Q5: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2008 Audi Q5: 1 recall, 0 owner complaints.

1vehicle recalls
0owner complaints
0mention a crash
–best combined mpg
2008 Audi Q5
Photo: M 93 · Attribution · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Recalls

1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.

Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #16V376000 · 2016 · 8,381 vehicles

What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (vw) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi a4, a5, and q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units May corrode and fail.

Why it matters: If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags May not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016.

Most-reported problems

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Audi Q5 so far.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2008 Audi Q5.

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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

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FAQ

Does the 2008 Audi Q5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2008 Audi Q5. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Where can I get a 2008 Audi Q5 repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

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