2018 Audi A5 Technical Service Bulletins

1,063 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10138324Mar 2, 2018Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair information for when the Key User login screen cannot be accessed.
• 10138317Mar 2, 2018Wheels, Steering, Suspension. The bulletin contains diagnosis information for noises on the front end of the vehicle. Potential rolling sounds.
• 10138305Mar 1, 2018Engine, Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions regarding an SVM update needed when a DTC is stored in the engine control module.
• 10133298Feb 26, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical bulletin provides information regarding a rattling noise or vibrations when creeping in reverse or drive.
• 10133297Feb 20, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is an oil from the transmission (0CK, 0CL, or 0CJ).
• 10133296Feb 19, 2018Wheels. This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC U030000 appears and ?All Wheel Drive Malfunction Message? is displayed in the instrument cluster.
• 10133295Feb 16, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when an oil leak is present around the ATF sump.
• 10133318Feb 14, 2018Exterior lighting. This bulletin contains repair information for when the ambient light in the outer door handle does not work and/or water ingress into light housing.
• 10133281Dec 20, 2017Engine cooling. Oil Capacity Table: For A3 B-Cycle 2.0 TFSI engine: Changed oil spec from 508/509** Castrol EDGE® Professional® 5W40 to 508/509** Castrol EDGE® Professional® 0W20 Long Life IV
• 10133262Dec 20, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map.
• 10133221Dec 18, 2017Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.
• 10133255Dec 13, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin states that when a sporadic or permanent warning message appears with no DTCs that the technicians need to postpone repairs.
• 10133254Dec 8, 2017Electrical system, Electronic stability control. This bulletin contains a software update for when the SOS message appears but does not log a DTC.
• 10133264Dec 6, 2017Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. This informational bulletin contains instructions for minimizing the risk of an unintentional opening of the trunk lid with the remote.
• 10133251Dec 6, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update for when the exterior mirror tilt function is inoperative.
• 10133249Dec 5, 2017Electrical system, Steering. This bulletin contains a software update to address DTC C115C54 , C110EF0, or U042800 with a yellow steering lamp warning on in the DIS.
• 10133250Dec 4, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides repair information for a creaking in the front and rear windshield.
• 10133437Nov 30, 2017Electrical system. Additional Maintenance Section: Added, "(if applicable)" to Battery - Connected gateway - Replace
• 10133436Nov 22, 2017Electrical system. Additional Maintenance Section: CHANGED: "RS 7 Plus" to "RS 7 performance" on Rear Axle every 40,000 miles and Spark plugs - Replace every 30,000 miles or 3 years ADDED: "(except RS 7 performance)" and "(except S8 plus)" to Spark Plugs - Replace every 40,000 miles or 6 years
• 10133427Nov 21, 2017Equipment. Audi A3 e-tron Sportback: Audi connect section: ADDED "Turn on the wireless network (if equipped) Ensure the wireless network is turned on (Telephone > Options > Wi-Fi® options > Wi-Fi® Mode ?Hotspot?) " Audi A3/S3/RS 3: ADDED: Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped) Review TSB 2042942 for additional information Make sure the system fully connects to the wireless network (LTE symbol with service…
• 10133376Nov 15, 2017Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. This is a PSS for a software concern in the MMI with a intermittent display change.
• 10133403Nov 14, 2017Equipment. On Audi vehicles with Audi Smartphone Interface (ASI) manufactured within a specific period, an error may occur in the smartphone connection.
• 10133416Nov 13, 2017Equipment. On Audi vehicles with Audi Smartphone Interface (ASI) manufactured within a specific period, an error may occur in the smartphone connection.
• 10133354Nov 6, 2017Equipment. This repair authorization is for special VINs that are part of the Audi on Demand and Audi at Home program.
• 10133370Nov 2, 2017Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when after PDI is performed, the customer states that the Audi connect services are not functioning.
• 10133426Nov 1, 2017Equipment. All models: Vehicle Preparation section: ADDED "Using Guided Functions" to "Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping (if equipped)" A8 and Q3: Audi connection: REMOVED: "Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)"
• 10133422Nov 1, 2017Equipment. Reminders Section: REMOVED: "It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle configuration" Vehicle Preparation section: ADDED "Using Guided Functions" to "Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping (if equipped)"
• 10153077Sep 26, 2017Lane departure, Forward collision avoidance. This bulletin contains repair instructions for DTC B200FF1 and B200FF2.
• 10153069Sep 25, 2017Brakes. This bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake clicking.
• 10153072Sep 19, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides repair information for a creaking in the front and rear windshield.
• 10153115Sep 18, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part number(s) listed in the document that meet the criteria provided.
• 10153114Sep 18, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part number(s) listed in the document that meet the criteria provided. This Document had an incorrect part number listed on it. It was correct and reposted 9/19/2017.
• 10153113Sep 18, 2017Equipment. Added Oil Capacity Chart at the end of the document.
• 10153071Sep 15, 2017Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10153112Sep 13, 2017Equipment. Under Additional Maintenance Items Section: Converted kilometers to miles for all items.
• 10153111Sep 12, 2017Equipment. Changed format of Service Intervals Table Minor Maintenance Section: Added "Multi-Point Inspection - Completed" to checklist items. Created table for "Additional Maintenance Items"
• 10153081Sep 11, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides software update instructions for warning messages in the MMI when a user tries to manually refresh data or the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.
• 10153100Sep 6, 2017Equipment. Added to title
• 10153099Sep 6, 2017Equipment. Added to title
• 10153078Sep 1, 2017Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of Audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update them .
• 10127937Aug 31, 2017Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when after PDI is performed, the customer states that the Audi connect services are not functioning.
• 10127936Aug 31, 2017Electrical system. This bulletin provides software update instructions for warning messages in the MMI when a user tries to manually refresh data or the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.
• 10127925Aug 22, 2017Equipment. UPDATE ? Servicing Window Regulators (NVLW) - A failure of the window regulator may occur on Audi A5 vehicles manufactured within a specific period. As a result, the window can no longer be opened/closed.
• 10127923Aug 22, 2017Electrical system. UPDATE ? Gateway Software Update (NVLW) - On Audi A4, A5 and Q7 vehicles manufactured within a specific period, the emergency call function is inoperative during self-test phases.
• 10127949Aug 21, 2017Electrical system. This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in the MMI navigation.
• 10127939Aug 21, 2017Equipment. This information bulletin explains why traffic incidents nearest to the vehicle/in the surrounding area do not appear in the MIB MMI.
• 10127938Aug 21, 2017Equipment. This bulletin details why the radio sounds different due to different hardware.
• 10127917Aug 21, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). UPDATE ? Servicing Window Regulators (NVLW) - A failure of the window regulator may occur on Audi A5 vehicles manufactured within a specific period. As a result, the window can no longer be opened/closed.
• 10127916Aug 21, 2017Electrical system. UPDATE ? Gateway Software Update (NVLW) - On Audi A4, A5 and Q7 vehicles manufactured within a specific period, the emergency call function is inoperative during self-test phases.
• 10127913Aug 21, 2017Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC U030000 appears and ?All Wheel Drive Malfunction Message? is displayed in the instrument cluster.

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