Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2009 Audi A5. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Air Bag Control Unit Power Supply Corrosion
- Summary
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail.
- Consequence
- If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
- Remedy
- Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The recall began October 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1.
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Owner complaints (11)
11 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The engine and engine cooling is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 3 | 27.3% |
| Structure | 3 | 27.3% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 18.2% |
| Power train | 2 | 18.2% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 18.2% |
| Air bags | 1 | 9.1% |
| Engine | 1 | 9.1% |
| Fuel system | 1 | 9.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 9.1% |
| Steering | 1 | 9.1% |
How 2009 compares with other A5 years
Best and worst A5 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 1 |
| 2009 | 11 | 1 |
| 2010 | 50 | 2 |
| 2011 | 39 | 2 |
| 2012 | 36 | 2 |
| 2013 | 38 | 3 |
| 2014 | 29 | 3 |
| 2015 | 9 | 3 |
| 2016 | 7 | 3 |
| 2017 | 2 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 20 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $4,100
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 444 g/mi
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 20 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 27 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2009 A5 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2009 Audi A5 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2009 Audi A5 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 16V376000 (air bag). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2009 Audi A5 problems?
Owners filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. Engine and engine cooling (3), Structure (3), Electrical system (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2009 Audi A5 get?
EPA rates the 3.2 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual version at 16 city, 27 highway and 20 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2009 A5 compare with other years?
Among the 2008–2017 Audi A5 model years at least five years old, the 2017 drew the fewest complaints (2) and the 2010 the most (50). The 2009 drew 11. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.