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Audi SQ5
Model Overview
In Canada, the Audi SQ5 is the quickest version of the brand's compact crossover. In fact, it's the only Audi utility offered here with the S label, which has long been associated with some of Audi's most desirable sport models. In the SQ5, a strong turbo V6 and high-tech suspension provide sporty performance without sacrificing the regular Q5's practicality, comfortable cabin and classy styling inside and out.
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Coastal02
LAST GERMAN MADE SQ5 2017
November 24, 2017
POWER LOAD
Overall Score
Nice ride, full black optics package, supercharged 354HP, 8 speed transmission, paddle shifter, extremely entertaining to drive. Interior space is good, rear cargo adequate,
Comfort
10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
6
Interior Design
10
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2022-565
Recall date
2022-10-05
System affected
Visual System
Model year(s) affected
2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
91DZ
Units Affected:
19,006
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Safety Risk:
A rearview camera image that does not display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the infotainment software.
Recall number
2022-455
Recall date
2022-08-03
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
55M6
Units Affected:
6
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On a small number of Q5 Sportback and SQ5 Sportback models, the rear hatch lid may not have been manufactured correctly. As a result, the latch could break or detach in a crash and allow the rear hatch to deform more than it is designed to.
Safety Risk:
A rear hatch that deforms too much during a crash could lead to an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the rear hatch lid.
Recall number
2021-740
Recall date
2021-12-09
System affected
Electrical
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022
Manufacturer Recall Number:
90S9
Units Affected:
48,146
Notification Type:
Safety TC
Issue:
On certain vehicles, if you spill liquid on the rear seat, or drive through heavy rain or deep water, the gateway control module could be damaged. If this happens, the vehicle may enter emergency mode and suddenly lose power to the wheels.
Note: The power steering and braking systems will continue to work. You may also see warning messages on the instrument panel when this happens.
Safety Risk:
A sudden loss of power to the wheels may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam.
Recall number
2021-486
Recall date
2021-08-04
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2021
Manufacturer Recall Number:
69CS
Units Affected:
7,198
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the passenger seat belt assemblies may contain defective automatic locking retractors (ALR). As a result, the seat belts may not properly lock to secure a child seat.
Safety Risk:
A seat belt that is used to secure a child restraint but is not properly locked could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the seat belts. They will be replaced, if necessary.
Recall number
2020-392
Recall date
2020-08-26
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
72K8 / 72K9 / 72L1
Units Affected:
3,022
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, parts of front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been properly welded. As a result, the backrest adjustment could break in a rear-end crash and allow to seat to move.
Safety Risk:
A seatback that fails could cause an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the driver and passenger front seats. The seatback frames will be replaced, as necessary.
Recall number
2020-101
Recall date
2020-03-16
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2020
Manufacturer Recall Number:
47Q1
Units Affected:
293
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the rear brake calipers may not have been built correctly. This could cause an increase in brake pedal travel and result in reduced brake performance.
Safety Risk:
Reduced brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Audi will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear brake calipers.
Recall number
2019-520
Recall date
2019-10-16
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
66K8
Units Affected:
30,567
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the cover trim for the rear wheel arches may become loose. This could cause the trim to detach while driving.
Safety Risk:
Trim that completely detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to replace the four clips that secure the forward part of the rear wheel arch trims.
Recall number
2019-265
Recall date
2019-06-05
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
66K6 / 66K7
Units Affected:
22,221
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the cover trim for the wheel arches may become loose. This could cause the trim to detach while driving.
Safety Risk:
Trim that completely detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others.
Corrective Actions:
The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to secure each wheel arch trim with an additional screw and nut.
Recall number
2019-173
Recall date
2019-04-08
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
47O9
Units Affected:
1,758
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
Some vehicles were built with an incorrect brake master cylinder. The master cylinder may be too short, which could cause it to fail. This could cause a complete loss of braking (with the exception of the emergency/parking brake function).
Safety Risk:
A loss of brakes can create the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volkswagen will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the brake master cylinder. If your vehicle is equipped with the incorrect part, it will be replaced with the correct one.
Recall number
2018-292
Recall date
2018-06-01
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
47N8 / 47N9 / 47N6
Units Affected:
5,120
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, a problem with the brake system may cause gas bubbles to form in the brake fluid. This could cause a soft brake pedal feel and a reduction in brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will bleed the front or rear brakes as necessary. Note: In the interim, owners are advised to stop driving their vehicle until the defect has been repaired. Affected owners should call Volkswagen's Roadside Assistance number at 1-800-411-6688.
Recall number
2015-315
Recall date
2015-07-17
System affected
Steering
Model year(s) affected
2014 2015
Manufacturer Recall Number:
48M1
Units Affected:
1,398
Notification Type:
Safety TC
On certain vehicles, during cold ambient temperatures, the electric power steering assist system may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault. This would unexpectedly increase the steering effort force necessary to steer the vehicle at lower vehicle speeds, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will update the power steering control module software.
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