Audi Q5 Side airbag gas generator canister may fail Recall
Recall affects Audi Q5
Reason for recall: For certain vehicles manufactured within a specific period it is possible that the gas generator housing may be damaged if a side airbag is deployed. If the airbag/s were deployed the gas generator could explode and dislodge small metal parts which could cause injury to the vehicle occupants.
When was it announced?
Apr 5, 2016
What action are Audi taking?
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the dates of manufacture for the left and or right side airbags. Where a possibly affected airbag is found it will be replaced.
Does this affect your Q5?
This issue affects Q5, this particular recall is for the Q5.