Recall 19V277 affects 12,645 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles for a short brake master cylinder casting. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling 12,645 2018-2019 Q5 and SQ5 vehicles because the brake master cylinder casting can be too short. That defect can cause a sudden loss of brakes and increase the risk of a crash, while Audi dealers will replace the master cylinder free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The brake master cylinder on 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles turns brake-pedal force into hydraulic pressure. When you press the pedal, the master cylinder pushes brake fluid through the brake lines so the calipers can clamp the pads onto the rotors. The casting has to be the correct length so the internal pistons and seals hold pressure.
On affected vehicles, the master cylinder casting was cut too short because of an incorrect tool setting at a supplier. Parts from the suspect production lots were not properly quarantined and were mixed with correctly made parts. A short casting can let the master cylinder fail, which means the brake system does not build pressure the way it should.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the part fails, the first thing an owner notices can be a sudden change in brake-pedal response or reduced braking performance.
Who's affected?
The scope spans Q5 and SQ5 SUVs from the 2018 and 2019 model years, all tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2019 Audi Q5 | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Audi Q5 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2018 Audi SQ5 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2019 Audi SQ5 | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 12,645 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018-2019 Audi Q5 or SQ5 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A short casting in the brake master cylinder can cause a sudden loss of brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure. The electronic parking brake and emergency brake function are not affected, but schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2019 Audi Q5 or SQ5 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free brake master cylinder inspection and replacement that fixes the short casting linked to sudden brake loss.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 19V277 when you call.
- Call Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with questions and reference Audi recall 47O9.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician inspects the brake master cylinder and replaces it if the casting is too short or the part does not pass inspection. The recall repair is free, so parts and labor are covered. Audi states that it will not offer a reimbursement plan under this recall. That means prior out-of-pocket repair costs are not reimbursed through this campaign.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| April 8, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 3, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 7, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| June 7, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 7, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V277?
Recall 19V277 covers 12,645 2018-2019 Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles with a brake master cylinder casting that is too short. That defect can cause a sudden loss of brakes and increase crash risk. Audi dealers will inspect the master cylinder and replace it free of charge if needed.
What should I do if my 2018-2019 Audi Q5 or SQ5 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V277. If it is, contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the brake master cylinder inspection. Reference recall number 19V277 and Audi recall number 47O9 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Audi's remedy says dealers will inspect the brake master cylinder and replace it as needed free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Audi dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is sudden brake loss from a brake master cylinder casting that is too short. NHTSA campaign 19V277 states that the electronic parking brake and its emergency brake function are not affected and will still function.
What if I bought my Audi Q5 or SQ5 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2018-2019 Audi Q5 or SQ5 is included, then call an Audi dealer and reference recall number 19V277.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V277000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V277 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V277000 |
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 24, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →