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2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet recalls and problems

The 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet has 1 safety recall and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Audi dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet recalls

Recall 18V-229: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Apr 11, 2018 · 342,867 vehicles affected · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Problem: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.

Risk: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.

2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine2
Air Bags1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 58,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Sep 4, 2018
Audi safety recall 19n4 continues to not be available. Received first notice for recall in june 2018. States there is a safety issue with after run coolant pump. States that this defect may cause a fire even if car is not turned on and recommends to park the vehicle outside as a precaution. This sounds very dangerous. Today, september 4, 2018, the dealer informed me that the fix for the defect is still not available and there is no date. I AM concerned about driving this car and parking it in or near the house.
Air Bags · at 58,000 miles · reported Apr 20, 2017
Vehicle involved in accident-collision with a light pole head on air bag did not inflate - car a total loss. Driver suffered injuries. Updated 06/29/17

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet: 18V-229 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 Audi A5 Cabriolet?

Owners report engine problems most often (2 reports), followed by air bags (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 58,000 miles.

Are Audi recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Audi dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.