NHTSA recall 25V-294 (25V294000)
engine recall reported May 7, 2025 - about 89,417 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 25V294000
- Also written as
- 25V-294
- Manufacturer number
- 15ZK
- Reported
- May 7, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- ~89,417
- Component
- engine
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 25V-294 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.