27,000-Plus Audi Vehicles Recalled for Child-Safety Seat Issue
Audi parent automaker Volkswagen is recalling more than 27,700 of its luxury brand’s vehicles over an issue that may prevent a child-safety seat from remaining secure.
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The following model-year 2025 Audis are affected:
- A5, S5, A6, A6 Sportback e-Tron and S6 Sportback e-Tron sedans
- Q6 e-Tron, SQ6 e-Tron, Q6 Sportback e-Tron and SQ6 Sportback e-Tron SUVs
The automatic locking retractor in the affected vehicles may not engage when a child-safety seat is being used with the seat belt, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Dealers will inspect and replace the right- and left-rear seat belt assembly, as necessary, for free. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Feb. 17, 2026, but those with further questions in the meantime can contact Audi customer service at 800-253-2834 (Audi’s number for this recall is 69D8), the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s vehicle-safety hotline at 888-327-4236, or visit its website to check their vehicle identification number and learn more.
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