Without the scuff protection, the wires may become damaged during a rear crash, disabling the doors from being opened from the outside, causing a loss of hazard lights, and increasing the risk of injury.

Electrical System
Exterior Lighting — Tail Lights

Date Announced

NOV 25, 2020

Vehicles Affected

5,426

Audi Recall #

97EU

NHTSA Campaign #

20V737000

Summary

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi RS5 Sportback, 2020-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, and S5 Sportback vehicles. The wiring harness for the rear lights could be missing the anti-abrasion protection in the area of the spare wheel well.

Actions

Audi will notify owners, and dealers will apply scuff protection, free of charge. The recall began January 21, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 97EU.

Documents (13)

• Recall 573 Report-Amendment 1
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2021-1
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - AUDI Date: January 07, 2021 Repair Available Safety Recall 97EU / Rear Light Wiring Harness Scuff Protection
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2021-2
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - 97EU Audi Customer
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - 97EU Audi Customer PRI
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - Audi Date: December 08, 2020 Advance Notice Safety Recall 97EU / Rear Light Wiring Harness Scuff Protection
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2021-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2021-4