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Service bulletins for the 2012 Audi A5

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

1064 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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A0023822047812_72024-01-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the Mirror Server.
Edition892023-02-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
0014652011732102023-01-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
A4622332051095_72022-07-01. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
37 14 45 20284052022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE. A software change in the diagnosis function was made. Customer may report that the transmission warning light is on.
37 14 42 20290272022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN. Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated. In some cases, the vehicle will not move after being started and placed into gear. After key cycle, the vehicle drives without restriction.
37 14 41 20255352022-05-02. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. If the memory is read with guided fault finding (GFF) or if Immobilizer test plans are performed, the above DTC entries may be stored due to a communication error between the VAS tester and the TCM. (In particular, the issue happens with tester VAS 5051B).
37 14 29 20290272022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated. In some cases, the vehicle will not move after being started and placed into gear. After key cycle, the vehicle drives without restriction. The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software.
37 14 27 20284052022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Customer may report that the transmission warning light is on. A software change in the diagnosis function was made.
37 14 26 20255352022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); UNKNOWN OR OTHER. If the memory is read with guided fault finding (GFF) or if Immobilizer test plans are performed, the above DTC entries may be stored due to a communication error between the VAS tester and the TCM. (In particular, the issue happens with tester VAS 5051B).
37 14 22 20289852022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). The fault occurs with ATF temperature below 60° C. Check for this temperature range in the extended environmental conditions of the diagnosis protocol. This TSB only applies if the ATF level is correct and there are no leaks.
37 13 99 20290272022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software. Specific DFCCs are stored as a result of the following situations: - DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8692 can be logged when a driving mode (Drive or Reverse) is selected within one second of selecting Neutral, while the vehicle rolls at a speed less than 2 mph (such as when the vehicle is being maneuvered in or out of a parking spot). - DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8694 can be logged when the gear is quickly changed from Park to Neutral, due to a low diagnosis threshold. - DTC P060A00 with DFCC 12480 can be logged when the gear is changed using the Tiptronic function, due to a low diagnosis threshold.
37 13 79 20293052022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Further TCM software calibration to improve shift concerns.
37 13 17 20290272022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software. Specific DFCCs are stored as a result of the following situations: ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8692 can be logged when a driving mode (Drive or Reverse) is selected within one second of selecting Neutral, while the vehicle rolls at a speed less than 2 mph (such as when the vehicle is being maneuvered in or out of a parking spot). ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8694 can be logged when the gear is quickly changed from Park to Neutral, due to a low diagnosis threshold. ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 12480 can be logged when the gear is changed using the Tiptronic function, due to a low diagnosis threshold.
37 13 08 20341632022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Software error in the transmission control module. Customer may report that the transmission does not work correctly. ? Shortly after a cold start, the following message appears in the instrument cluster display: ?Gearbox Malfunction! Journey can be continued?. The gearbox is in limp mode until the key is cycled. ? The issue is very sporadic and cannot be reproduced with a test drive. ? DTC P17E1 (Gear positioner 2 mechanical malfunction) with DFCC 9473 is stored in the transmission control module, J743 (address word 02). ? The DFCC is the 4-6 digit code that is typically listed before the fault code (Figure 1).
37 13 02 20290272022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. The DTCs are stored due to an issue with the transmission control module software. Specific DFCCs are stored as a result of the following situations: ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8692 can be logged when a driving mode (Drive or Reverse) is selected within one second of selecting Neutral, while the vehicle rolls at a speed less than 2 mph (such as when the vehicle is being maneuvered in or out of a parking spot). ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 8694 can be logged when the gear is quickly changed from Park to Neutral, due to a low diagnosis threshold. ? DTC P060A00 with DFCC 12480 can be logged when the gear is changed using the Tiptronic function, due to a low diagnosis threshold.
37 13 01 20289852022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). The fault occurs with ATF temperature below 60o C. Check for this temperature range in the extended environmental conditions of the diagnosis protocol. This TSB only applies if the ATF level is correct and there are no leaks.
37 13 00 20328122022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Further transmission control module (TCM), J217, software calibration needed to improve shift concerns. Further engine control module (ECM), J623, software calibration needed to improve hesitation.
37 12 74 20293052022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Harsh downshifts when braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration. Customer may report harsh downshifts while braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration. Further TCM software calibration to improve shift concerns.
37 12 71 20293052022-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Harsh downshifts when braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration. Customer may report harsh downshifts while braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration. Further TCM software calibration to improve shift concerns.
A0021552011732122022-01-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
A0019222047812_62019-07-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD Creator program. 2010-2021 A3, 2015-2021 A3 Cabrio, 2010-2016 A3 Sportback, 2010-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2010-2012 A4 Avant, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, 2010-2021 A5 Coupe, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2021 A6, 2010-2021 A7, 2010-2021 A8, 2010-2019 e-tron, 2019-2021 e-tron quattro, 2015-2021 Q3, 2010-2021 Q5, 2010-2021 Q7, 2019-2021 Q8, 2010-2020 R8 Coupe, 2011-2020 R8 Spyder, 2017-2019 RS3, 2010-2021 RS5, 2010-2020 RS5 Cabrio, 2016-2018 RS6, 2016-2018 RS7, 2010-2012 S4, 2010-2021 S5 Cabrio, 2010-2021 S5 Coupe, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2010-2021 S6, 2010-2020 S7, 2010-2021 SQ5, 2010-2021 TT Coupe, 2010-2021 TT Roadster
A9119652050565_22019-07-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This bulletin contains general software update instructions for vehicles with PR Code 7UH. 2016-2020 A3, 2016-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2016 A3 Sportback, 2016-2020 A4, 2016-2020 A4 allroad, 2016-2012 A4 Avant, 2016-2020 A5 Cabrio, 2016-2020 A5 Coupe, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2016-2020 A6, 2016-2020 A7, 2016-2020 A8, 2016-2020 e-tron, 2019-2020 e-tron quattro, 2016-2020 Q3, 2016-2020 Q5, 2016-2020 Q7, 2016-2020 Q8, 2016-2020 R8 Coupe, 2016-2020 R8 Spyder, 2017-2019 RS3, 2016-2020 RS5, 2016-2020 RS5 Cabrio, 2016-2018 RS6, 2016-2018 RS7, 2016-2020 S5 Cabrio, 2016-2020 S5 Coupe, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback, 2016-2020 S6, 2016-2020 S7, 2018-2021 SQ5, 2016-2020 TT Coupe, 2016-2020 TT Roadster
A001915 20478122019-04-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.
A911895 2026657-2018-09-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. This bulletin contains instructions for removing the HD radio feature if requested by the customer.

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