2018 AUDI A5 Steering Problems
2 NHTSA complaints on file
Steering Issues in the 2018 AUDI A5
2 steering complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 AUDI A5. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.
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Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
All Steering Complaints
The contact owns a 2018 Audi A5. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the yellow message "Steering Malfunction - Safe to Drive" was displayed. The contact continued driving 40 MPH, and the message turned red, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the vehicle was undrivable. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact that the power steering control module (PSCM) had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under warranty. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 94,000.
CLICKING AND VIBRATION IN STEERING COLUMN, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS
Other 2018 AUDI A5 Problem Areas
Engine
8 complaints
Unknown Or Other
8 complaints
Electrical System
4 complaints
Service Brakes
4 complaints
Structurebody
4 complaints
Visibilitywiper
3 complaints
Air Bags
2 complaints
Power Train
2 complaints
Engine And Engine Cooling
1 complaint
Exterior Lighting
1 complaint
Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking
1 complaint
Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings
1 complaint
Fuelpropulsion System
1 complaint
Seat Belts
1 complaint
Suspension
1 complaint
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
1 complaint
Wheels
1 complaint