2020 AUDI SQ5 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2020 AUDI SQ5 has 1 complaint and 8 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report an unexpected sunroof implosion occurring while driving. The single complaint states the sunroof imploded spontaneously on the highway under normal driving conditions with no nearby obstructions.
Common Issues- Sunroof failure. Owner reports the sunroof spontaneously imploded while traveling at highway speeds without any external impact or obstruction.
There are 8 recalls affecting various systems including tires, rear axle suspension, electrical modules, and seat structures. The recalls address issues that may affect vehicle safety and performance.
Recalls- Tires and Rear Axle Alignment. NHTSA recall 22V034000 affects 31,058 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after prior repairs, potentially causing uneven tire wear and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect, adjust alignment, and replace worn tires free of charge.
- Rear Axle Lock Nut. NHTSA recall 21V295000 involves 40,993 vehicles. The lock nut on the rear axle’s trailing arm may break from stress corrosion, risking axle misalignment and loss of control. Dealers will replace the lock nuts and bolts as needed free of charge.
- Gateway Control Module Water Ingress. NHTSA recall 21V947000 covers 288,991 vehicles. Liquid spills or water intrusion may cause the gateway control module to shut down suddenly reducing engine power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will install protective covers and seal underbody seams at no cost.
- Front Seat Frame Welding. NHTSA recall 20V505000 covers 5,376 vehicles. Improper welding on front seat frames and backrest adjusters may fail in rear-end impacts, potentially reducing occupant restraint and increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and replace affected seat frames free of charge.
Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved safety defects related to these recalls may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney is advisable to understand possible remedies.
2020 AUDI SQ5 Summary
2020
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
366418
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2020 AUDI SQ5
31058 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Risk: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 AUDI SQ5
288991 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Risk: A gateway control module shutdown will suddenly reduce engine power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 AUDI SQ5
40993 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Risk: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
2020 AUDI SQ5
5376 vehicles affected
SEATS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.
Risk: In the event of a rear-end crash, the backrest adjustment could break, possibly reducing the amount of occupant restraint, thus increasing risk of injury.
Complaints
2020 AUDI SQ5
ID: 2054001UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My sunroof spontaneously imploded while driving my vehicle on the highway. I was going to speed limit in the middle lane, very little traffic, no semi-trucks near and did not drive under an overpass.