2018 Audi Q5 Technical Service Bulletins

1,092 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10174051Apr 21, 2020Exterior lighting. This bulletin contains repair instructions regarding when the rear lights do not switch from bumper to hatchgate after closing with DTC B146C29.
• 10184530Apr 16, 2020Equipment. This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
• 10173873Apr 10, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the vehicle feels like it is hesitating, low on power, or bucking/jerking while driving.
• 10173866Apr 10, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update for when the MMI screens go blank and the system reboots, it may have stored DTC U10CF00 and/or B13B901.
• 10173856Apr 9, 2020Body and structure. This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels.
• 10173839Apr 1, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10173838Apr 1, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10172996Mar 30, 2020Other or unknown. This bulletin contains repair instructions for noises when in reverse or vibrations/humming/droning or rubbing whrn fully turning the wheel.
• 10172967Mar 24, 2020Other or unknown. This bulletin contains instructions for oil leaking from the vehicle without a DTC.
• 10172900Mar 20, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the message "four-wheel drive malfunction" shows up sporadically in the instrument cluster with DTC C05ED00.
• 10172906Mar 19, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the vehicle feels like it is hesitating, low on power, or bucking/jerking while driving.
• 10172894Mar 18, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for replacing a part or performing a software update for DTC P000000.
• 10172907Mar 17, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains information regarding when the message 'Vehicle lights: malfunction' appears with DTC 03280, 01800, or B126AF0.
• 10172901Mar 17, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update that addresses when the back lighting of the door switches flicker and there are no DTCs stored.
• 10172899Mar 17, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC U030000 appears and 'All Wheel Drive Malfunction Message' is displayed in the instrument cluster.
• 10172897Mar 17, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains instructions for recalibrating the gear sensor when the 'P' displays begin to flicker on the selector display and in the instrument cluster display.
• 10173425Mar 12, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10172601Mar 12, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is squeaking and creaking when steering or during suspension movement.
• 10172605Mar 11, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC B145504 with symptom code 7340800. 48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module.
• 10172546Mar 10, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and order the superseded part number going forward
• 10172594Mar 6, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10171830Feb 23, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
• 10171820Feb 20, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the MMI shows the message 'Read error occurred when accessing the navigation data' after initialization and reboots constantly with DTC B126CF0 and/or B126CF1.
• 10171817Feb 19, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the HVAC system is having issues with air flow and temperature commands with DTCs B11AF07 and B109207.
• 10171810Feb 12, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10171760Feb 12, 2020Equipment. OIL CHART SECTION: CHANGED - Castrol Oil to 'Audi approved XXXX-Refer to the Parts Catalog' for all models.
• 10171350Feb 6, 2020Equipment. 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.
• 10171339Feb 4, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is squeaking and creaking when steering or during suspension movement.
• 10171353Feb 3, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for verifying if there is outside influence or if the technician should carry on with standard diagnosis.
• 10171065Jan 30, 2020Electrical system. Additional Maintenance Section: ADDED to Battery - Connected gateway 'for Audi Connected Services' (if applicable)
• 10170802Jan 28, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10170804Jan 23, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all parts listed and only use the superseded part numbers going forward.
• 10170631Jan 17, 2020Brakes, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10169738Dec 20, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map.
• 10169691Dec 20, 2019Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10169524Dec 17, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10169111Dec 9, 2019Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the HVAC system is having issues with air flow and temperature commands with DTCs B11AF07 and B109207. 2017-2019 A4 allroad, 2018-2019 A5 Sportback
• 10169106Dec 9, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when car wash bristles are stuck in the headlights. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2015-2018 A3 e-tron, 2011-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2011-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS6 Avant
• 10169113Dec 6, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 10169098Dec 4, 2019Equipment, Tires. New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
• 10169110Dec 3, 2019Equipment. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the HVAC system is having issues with air flow and temperature commands with DTCs B11AF07 and B109207. 2017-2019 A4 allroad, 2018-2019 A5 Sportback
• 10168734Nov 12, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS 6 Avant
• 10167151Oct 31, 2019Other or unknown. This bulletin contains instructions for when the MMI shows the message 'Read error occurred when accessing the navigation data' after initialization and reboots constantly.
• 10167145Oct 30, 2019Other or unknown. 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.
• 10167119Oct 29, 2019Other or unknown. The part number listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided.
• 10166764Oct 22, 2019Other or unknown. This bulletin contains repair instructions for a warning message regarding the rear lighting. There are several possible DTCs that could be stored.
• 10166730Oct 16, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin contains details on conditions for replacing the water pump and/or thermostat housing. 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet, 2017-2018 S3 Cabriolet, 2018-2019 A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2013--2019 TTR
• 10166726Oct 11, 2019Other or unknown. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when DTC P013B00 and DTC P013A00 are stored with the MIL on for a PSS.
• 10166733Oct 10, 2019Air bags. This bulletin contains instructions for when the airbag warning is illuminated and DTC B13BCF2 is stored. 2015-2020 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2018-2020 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback
• 10165807Oct 7, 2019Other or unknown. This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers.

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