Recall 22V567 affects 1 2022 Audi SQ5 vehicle for an improperly connected rear lid. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
Audi is recalling one 2022 SQ5 Sportback vehicle because the rear lid metal sheet connections were improperly joined. An improperly connected rear lid reduces structural protection during a crash and raises injury risk; Audi dealers will complete the free recall repair.
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What's wrong?
The rear lid on the 2022 Audi SQ5 is the liftgate panel at the back of the SUV. It is built from metal sheets joined together so the panel stays stiff, latches correctly, and carries loads from closing, vibration, and body movement. Those joints are part of the tailgate structure, not just trim.
On the recalled vehicle, the joining tool for the rear lid had incorrect monitoring settings. Because the tool did not catch a defect right away, certain clinch connections were not fully made. A clinch connection is a pressed metal joint that locks two sheets together without a separate bolt or weld. When those joints are incomplete, the rear lid is not built to Audi's manufacturing specification for stiffness and rigidity.
There is no warning sign before failure. Audi reported no warranty claims or customer claims tied to this issue before the recall decision.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Audi SQ5 | body structure |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Audi SQ5 is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly connected rear lid can reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash and increase injury risk. There is no warning sign before that loss of protection matters, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Audi dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Audi SQ5 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Audi dealer to schedule the free rear-lid replacement that fixes the improper sheet-metal connections in the tailgate structure.
- Bring the recall notice if Audi mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V567 when you call.
- Treat the repair as a safety repair, because the improper rear-lid connection decreases structural protection during a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Audi technician replaces the rear lid covered by recall 22V567. The replacement part and labor are free under the recall. Audi will not offer reimbursement under this recall, so prior out-of-pocket rear lid repairs are not covered by a separate claim process. Ask the service desk to confirm that the repair order is tied to Audi recall 55M6 before work begins.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| August 3, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 30, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| September 30, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 30, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V567?
Recall 22V567 covers one 2022 Audi SQ5 Sportback with rear-lid sheet-metal connections that were improperly joined. In a crash, the rear lid can provide less structural protection and increase injury risk. An Audi dealer will replace the rear lid for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Audi SQ5 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific 2022 Audi SQ5 is included in recall 22V567. If it is, call a franchised Audi dealer and ask for the rear-lid replacement under Audi recall 55M6. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Audi will replace the rear lid free of charge at a franchised Audi dealer. Reference Audi recall 55M6 when you contact the service desk.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced crash protection from the rear lid. If the rear-lid sheet-metal connections are not joined correctly, the vehicle can provide less structural protection during a crash, increasing injury risk. Audi's fix is to replace the rear lid for free.
What if I bought this Audi SQ5 used?
The free repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2022 Audi SQ5 is included, then contact a franchised Audi dealer and reference recall 22V567 or Audi recall 55M6.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V567000 |
|---|---|
| Audi customer service | 1-800-253-2834 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V567 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V567000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →