Seat belts may not restrain occupants
Defect Summary
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.
Safety Consequence
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 23, 2026. Owners may contact audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69gt.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 26V266000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V266000?
NHTSA recall 26V266000 was issued by Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. on April 24, 2026. It addresses: Seat belts may not restrain occupants. The recall affects approximately 7,425 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volkswagen Group Of America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V266000 or the manufacturer campaign number 69GT. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.