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NHTSA Recall 22V102000: Labels (equipment)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49 vehicles. It affects 2022 Audi RS 5.

49
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (March 31)
NHTSA campaign22V102000
Manufacturer campaign44S3
ComponentEQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS
Report receivedFebruary 23, 2022
Owner notificationMarch 31, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 RS5 coupe and RS5 Sportback vehicles. The value for the maximum combined weight of occupants and cargo on the B-pillar Tire and Loading information label is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire and Loading Information."

Safety risk

While referencing the B-pillar label, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a corrected label on the B-pillar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 44S3.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 22V102000

Make and modelModel years
Audi RS 52022

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.