Recall 17V822 covers 8,037 2018 Audi A5 vehicles with a head curtain air bag deployment defect. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 8,037 2018 A5 coupes because the head curtain air bag assemblies are defective and can fail to unfold properly in a crash. If the curtain air bag does not deploy properly, occupants face an increased risk of injury; Audi dealers will replace the affected assemblies free of charge.
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What's wrong?
In Audi recall 17V822, the head curtain air bag in the 2018 A5 is a long inflatable cushion stored above the side windows. During certain side crashes or rollovers, it deploys downward along the glass area to help keep occupants separated from the window opening and meet ejection-mitigation requirements.
On affected A5 Coupes, the curtain air bag assembly was built with excess fabric near the A-pillar, the front roof pillar beside the windshield. During deployment, that fabric can catch on the A-pillar trim. When it catches, the curtain does not unfold the way it was designed, so the protection over the front side-window area is reduced.
There is no warning sign before failure. The problem appears only when the head curtain air bag deploys, so an owner will not hear a noise, see a light, or feel a change while driving.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Audi A5 | side air bag |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8,037 |
Not every 2018 Audi A5 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific car is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash that needs head curtain air bag deployment, an air bag that deploys improperly leaves occupants with a higher risk of injury. Drive with caution and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Audi A5 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free head curtain air bag modification so the air bags unfold properly in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V822 when you call.
- Call Audi customer service at 800-253-2834 with questions about the free dealer repair.
- Keep all occupants properly buckled until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician modifies the head curtain air bag assemblies so they unfold and deploy properly. Parts and labor are covered under the recall, and the repair is free at an Audi dealer now. Audi is not offering reimbursement for this campaign, so prior out-of-pocket air bag repair costs are not handled through a recall reimbursement program.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| December 20, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 18, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 31, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 31, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 31, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 31, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V822?
Recall 17V822 covers 8,037 2018 Audi A5 Coupe vehicles with head curtain air bag assemblies that can fail to unfold properly. In a crash requiring air bag deployment, occupants face an increased risk of injury. Audi dealers will modify the air bags for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Audi A5 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific A5 is included in recall 17V822. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the head curtain air bag modification. Reference recall number 17V822 or Audi recall number 69T7 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Audi dealers will modify the head curtain air bags free of charge. The recall repair began on January 18, 2018.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is occupant injury in a crash that requires head curtain air bag deployment. The affected air bag assemblies can fail to unfold properly, which means the side curtain protection does not work as designed during the crash event.
What if I bought my Audi A5 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your A5 is included, then call a franchised Audi dealer with recall number 17V822 or 69T7.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V822000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V822 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V822000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →