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Recall 26V-266

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2025 Audi Q5 and 3 other models: Seat belts (pretensioner).

At a glance

Campaign number
26V-266
Reported
April 24, 2026
Vehicles affected
7,425 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.

The risk

Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-[removed]. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.

Affected vehicles