NHTSA Recall 25V294000: Engine
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 89,417 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Audi Q5.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V294000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 15ZK |
| Component | ENGINE |
| Report received | May 7, 2025 |
| Owner notification | June 4, 2025 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.
Safety risk
The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V294000
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.