2012 Audi A5 Technical Service Bulletins

1,064 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Audi A5. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10241458Aug 23, 2023Equipment. This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
• 10240154Jul 19, 2023Electrical system. This bulletin provides information for when there is noise from the area around the instrument cluster.
• 10240152Jul 19, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
• 10239686Jul 19, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
• 10240212Jul 17, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information for when the washer solvent level warning is on.
• 10238235Jun 20, 2023Brakes. This bulletin provides information for when one or more DC is stored in the ABS control unit related to the parking switch; DTC C100C07 and/or C100C29.
• 10238233Jun 20, 2023Steering. This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.
• 10238273Jun 15, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.
• 10238241Jun 14, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
• 10238221Jun 14, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation system.
• 10238194Jun 8, 2023Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides detailed information on the proper documentation of optical concerns for headlights and taillights.
• 10238172Jun 5, 2023Electrical system. This bulletin provides information regarding the Audi advanced key.
• 10237017May 22, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer level warning is on but the reservoir is full.
• 10236601May 12, 2023Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for ordering replacement Safety Certification labels or VIN plates.
• 10236599May 8, 2023Body and structure, Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides information for when car wash bristles become stuck in the body gap between the headlight and fender.
• 10236378May 8, 2023Exterior lighting. This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights for warranty submissions.
• 10236376May 8, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference.
• 10235354Apr 19, 2023Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10235359Apr 18, 2023Other or unknown, Equipment, Brakes. This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
• 10235336Apr 18, 2023Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10234559Apr 13, 2023Equipment. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10233771Mar 31, 2023Engine cooling. This bulletin provides information on the discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
• 10233696Mar 23, 2023Wheels. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
• 10233489Mar 23, 2023Steering. This bulletin states that squeaking noises which may be more prevalent in wet weather during steering is normal and repair is not needed.
• 10232049Feb 14, 2023Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not go off at all. No DTCs are stored.
• 10231592Feb 7, 2023Brakes. This bulletin provides instructions for brake noise analysis and handling.
• 10231590Feb 6, 2023Engine cooling, Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10231583Feb 6, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for when the washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS but the washer solvent level is correct.
• 10231019Jan 26, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10231016Jan 23, 2023Body and structure. This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
• 10230976Jan 20, 2023Vehicle speed control. This bulletin provides instructions for when a vibration is felt in the floor, seat, footwell, pedals or steering wheel while driving at highway speeds from 55 - 80 mph.
• 10231069Jan 19, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10231061Jan 19, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230646Jan 17, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for when the customer advises that there is insufficient or uneven cabin heating from the HVAC system.
• 10231029Jan 12, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230790Jan 9, 2023Equipment. This bulletin advises that the MMI screen may freeze, or go blank and then restart when a special character like a symbol or emoticon is used in the name field for contact(s).
• 10230850Jan 5, 2023Equipment. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10230640Jan 5, 2023Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during service work.
• 10228815Dec 22, 2022Electrical system. Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
• 10228803Dec 19, 2022Equipment. SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
• 10228787Dec 9, 2022Latches, locks and linkages. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10226246Nov 2, 2022Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10217895Aug 11, 2022Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10216490Jul 19, 2022Equipment, Steering. This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that he steering wheel isn't heating evenly.
• 10216047Jul 14, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10216044Jul 5, 2022Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
• 10214458Jun 15, 2022Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10214737Jun 9, 2022Electrical system, Other or unknown. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
• 10214792Jun 3, 2022Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10214475Jun 3, 2022Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.

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