2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet: 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #18V325000 · 2018 · 548 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain Audi s5 cabriolet vehicles equipped with super sport seats. The seat-mounted head/thorax air bag in the front passenger seat May have been folded incorrectly during installation.
Why it matters: If the air bag was not folded correctly during installation, the seat-mounted air bag May deploy improperly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger seat-mounted head/thorax air bag, free of charge. The recall began July 13, 2018.
Airbags, Airbags Vehicle recall #19V547000 · 2019 · 145,337 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi rs5 sportback, 2018 s5 cabriolet, s5 sportback, s5 coupe, s4 sedan, a5 cabriolet, a5 sportback, a5 coupe, and 2017-2018 a4 sedan and a4 allroad vehicles. Oxidation on the passenger occupant detection system (pods) connecting cable May cause the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
Why it matters: A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
The fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will install cable ties to the harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2019.
Most-reported problems
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet so far.
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 29 | 23 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (3.0 L, Automatic (AM-S8)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Audi S5 Cabriolet repair manual?
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