2013 Audi RS 5 Technical Service Bulletins

840 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Audi RS 5. 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.

• 10200436Aug 2, 2021Suspension. This bulletin contains instructions for diagnosing noises from the suspension with an oil film no the shock absorbers.
• 10199717Jul 26, 2021Equipment, Fuel system, Engine cooling. This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
• 10199213Jul 7, 2021Engine cooling, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides a software code for correcting an issue that causes DTC P046100.
• 10198567Jun 25, 2021Equipment, Body and structure. This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
• 10198246Jun 23, 2021Body and structure, Exterior lighting, Equipment. This information bulletin states to remove the car wash bristle and advise the customer to go somewhere else to prevent it from occurring again.
• 10197662Jun 2, 2021Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 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.
• 10193583May 13, 2021Brakes, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
• 10193573May 13, 2021Equipment, Engine cooling. 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10190523Apr 15, 2021Equipment. This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels.
• 10190280Apr 1, 2021Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 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.
• 10189147Mar 12, 2021Body and structure. This bulletin contains instructions for front and/or rear doors cannot be opened or closed in freezing weather.
• 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.
• 10188612Mar 9, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions. Updated claiming and parts information to add optional part numbers
• 10187575Feb 25, 2021Brakes, Equipment. 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.
• 10185155Dec 18, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
• 10182046Oct 26, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This bulletin contains a guide for troubleshooting HD radio issues.
• 10181059Oct 5, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
• 10180155Sep 24, 2020Wheels, Tires, Equipment. Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
• 10180085Sep 4, 2020Engine cooling, Vehicle speed control. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the tolerances of the opening spring in the thermostat are not enough.
• 10179112Aug 27, 2020Equipment, Engine cooling. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10178548Aug 10, 2020Equipment. Recall Reminder Part Labels
• 10177300Jul 8, 2020Electrical system. This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer.
• 10176873Jun 25, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
• 10176749Jun 18, 2020Suspension. This bulletin contains instructions for diagnosing noises from the suspension with an oil film on the shock absorbers.
• 10176452Jun 10, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions. Updated claiming and parts information to add subframe crossbrace fasteners.
• 10176408Jun 9, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
• 10176450Jun 4, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions.
• 10176456Jun 3, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions.
• 10176422Jun 3, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for correcting the phonebook.
• 10176069May 28, 2020Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.

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