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Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

SEAT BELTS — Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupants · April 24, 2026

The problem

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2025 Q5, Q5 Sportback, SQ5, and SQ5 Sportback vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat belts may have been manufactured incorrectly, and fail to properly restrain occupants during a crash.

Risk

Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.

What owners should do

Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GT.

Units 7425

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