2012 Audi Q5 Technical Service Bulletins

1,285 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Audi Q5. 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.

• 10221977Sep 20, 2021Engine cooling. DTC P0234 (Turbo/Super Charger Overboost Condition) is stored in the engine control module, J623 (address word 01). No other DTCs are stored. Technical Background DTC P0234 can be set inadvertently by the software application.
• 10201507Sep 14, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements.
• 10201492Sep 14, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.
• 10201491Sep 1, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin gives instructions for identifying chip tuning.
• 10200717Aug 30, 2021Air bags. In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 688 Audi owners in the State of Idaho on August 30, 2021.
• 10200703Aug 25, 2021Equipment. This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty.
• 10200439Aug 17, 2021Steering, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10216622Jul 28, 2021Electrical system, Brakes. The oil pressure switch is defective.
• 10199717Jul 26, 2021Fuel system, Engine cooling, Equipment. This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
• 10198567Jun 25, 2021Body and structure, Equipment. This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
• 10198246Jun 23, 2021Equipment, Body and structure, Exterior lighting. This information bulletin states to remove the car wash bristle and advise the customer to go somewhere else to prevent it from occurring again.
• 10198240Jun 21, 2021Air bags. In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 6,957 Audi owners in the State of New York on June 21, 2021.
• 10197662Jun 2, 2021Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10197971Jun 1, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This Document informs dealers on the new electromechanical steering unit warranty extension for 2012-2015 Model Year Audi B8 (A4, Q5 & SQ5) and C7 (A6) Vehicles
• 10194629May 28, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10194418May 18, 2021Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10194426May 17, 2021Air bags. In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately 7,185 Audi owners in the State of Texas on May 17, 2021.
• 10193583May 13, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
• 10193573May 13, 2021Engine cooling, Equipment. This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine.
• 10193548May 13, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage).
• 10193228May 6, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
• 10193041May 6, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10193251May 4, 2021Body and structure. This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor in the vehicle.
• 10191558Apr 30, 2021Electrical system. Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time without any discrepancy.
• 10191141Apr 29, 2021Equipment. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10210645Apr 26, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software. Specific DFCCs are stored as a result of the following situations: ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8692 can be logged when a driving mode (Drive or Reverse) is selected within one second of selecting Neutral, while the vehicle rolls at a speed less than 2 mph (such as when the vehicle is being maneuvered in or out of a parking spot). ?
• 10191544Apr 21, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10191136Apr 21, 2021Suspension. This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
• 10190284Apr 9, 2021Body and structure, Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with pananormic sunroof.
• 10190280Apr 1, 2021Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10190274Apr 1, 2021Engine. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10189653Mar 29, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active.
• 10189324Mar 19, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing an insufficient or uneven heating performance from the HVAC system.
• 10189325Mar 18, 2021Exterior lighting. This informational bulletin contains information on the different shading of LED headlights.
• 10189141Mar 9, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for determining if a repair is needed when coolant touches a poly V-belt and/or a toothed belt.
• 10188592Mar 8, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10187575Feb 25, 2021Equipment, Brakes. This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill).
• 10187349Feb 10, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
• 10186994Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
• 10186993Feb 10, 2021Brakes. This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
• 10186992Feb 10, 2021Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10186983Feb 9, 2021Equipment. This informational bulletin covers the condition of when license plate mounting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
• 10186982Feb 9, 2021Wheels. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10187000Feb 4, 2021Equipment. This informational contains instruction on how to document optical concerns for warranty claims.
• 10186945Feb 2, 2021Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10186569Jan 25, 2021Brakes. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10185232Dec 18, 2020Equipment, Engine. This bulletin contains instructions for addressing discoloration due to moisture on a new vehicle.
• 10185155Dec 18, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
• 10185224Dec 14, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for resolving a coolant leak.
• 10182051Oct 28, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and cause a restriction.

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