NHTSA Recall 26V266000: Pretensioner (seat belts)
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,425 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Audi Q5.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V266000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 69GT |
| Component | SEAT BELTS › PRETENSIONER |
| Report received | April 24, 2026 |
| Owner notification | May 29, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V266000
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.