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Service bulletins for the 2014 Audi Q5

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.

1389 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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AWC-13-082017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Audi is committed to enhancing the Initial Quality Experience for our Customers within the first days of vehicle ownership. We want to resolve any knowledge or technical concerns a customer may have about a new vehicle, and build a strong, positive, enduring relationship between dealer and customer. To support this commitment to both our dealers and our customers, Audi is introducing the Audi Second Delivery Program for MY2013 and MY2014 vehicles. The Program is applicable to all new MY2013 and MY2014 vehicles and includes a one-time reimbursement per VIN of $75. The Second Delivery may be performed at the dealership or a location of the customer?s choosing.
PDI - 2014 Q52017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the Audi pre-delivery checklist.
A011256 2031368-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MIL on. Engine misfire. Poor performance. Unnecessary High Pressure Fuel Pumps replacement due to Guided Fault Finding test plans not being performed or interrupted when the following DTC?s are present in the engine control module.
A901238 2032113-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. The customer may state that the outside ambient temperature display is incorrect. To achieve a smoothening effect of the displayed outside ambient temperature, the value shown does not instantaneously follow the temperature sensor measurement. The display will not change faster than 4° F (2° C) per minute. This concept applies to both falling and rising temperatures. A programming strategy is also implemented to avoid incorrect readings on a parked vehicle, due to the temperature sensor being affected by outside influences such as radiant heat from the engine bay, elevated road surface temperatures, etc.
A961485 2027416-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-61 dated May 28, 2013. The sunglass holder in the dome light assembly will not latch closed. The sunglass holder spring latch mechanism may have been damaged during the assembly procedure.
A911455 2024683-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-87 dated June 19, 2013. The MMI control knob joystick is loose or has fallen off. Only vehicles with navigation and without MMI touch are affected.
A911453 2035919-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-41 dated April 30, 2014. MMI 3G+ GPS location is inaccurate (MY14 & MY13).
A911450 2018187-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-02 dated August 30, 2013. Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming from one or more speakers. Parts of the speakers (such as the brackets, cables, or covers) or parts of the interior fittings (such as door covers, rear shelf, facings, or covers) can vibrate at certain frequencies, causing noises. The radio tuner or other control modules may be affected by electromagnetic interference from aftermarket electronic devices.
A571402 2022032-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-97 dated October 29, 2013. The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked itself?. The lock command history is stored in the convenience system control module (J393).
A481461 2036032-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. STEERING. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-56 dated December 13, 2013. The customer states that the steering feels stiff during turning. The condition occurs when the vehicle is stationary. The steering shaft needs to be updated.
A461493 2037786-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-92 dated July 23, 2014. Customer may report hearing brake noise when the vehicle comes to a stop.
A461492 2037786-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Customer may report hearing brake noise when the vehicle comes to a stop.
A461491 2034181-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-76 dated March 25, 2014. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking.
A401442 2035854-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 14-39 dated February 13, 2014. A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces. This noise is heard after the car has been driven for a while and is warmed up, and when the temperature outside is warm. This condition can be duplicated if the brakes are applied while the car is being driven over bumpy roads. This condition is a comfort concern. Vehicle handling is not affected. This bulletin applies only to vehicles equipped with 75mm hydro-bushings. This bulletin does not apply to vehicles equipped with 65mm bushings. High ambient temperatures at the hydraulic guide links cause the noise.
A401441 2018194-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER; SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 13-34 dated September 23, 2013. Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers.
A401440 2023187-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 13-35 dated September 23, 2013. Squeaking noises are heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered. The noises may be more prevalent in wet weather. The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may come in contact with each other when the steering wheel is turned, causing squeaking noises. These noises are more likely to occur when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise will dissipate after a short break-in period.
A261422 2037770-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. The MIL is on. DTC P20FE00 (Reductant Metering Unit Performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM). The ECM software version is older than the specified software for this bulletin. If ECM software is current or newer than below, this bulletin cannot be applied. Follow GFF instructions. Software improvement with more robust onboard diagnostics.
A011485 2036761-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-71 dated March 13, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P164B(00) is stored in the engine control module.The oil pressure switch is defective.
A011484 2035368-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-81 dated June 24, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P203B00 (Reductant Level Sensor Circuit Range/Performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM). Due to a production issue for the level sensor, the ECM cannot correctly read the reductant (AdBlue) fluid level.
A001467 2002047-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
A001466 2037949-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. A DTC with the description ?Invalid Data Record? is stored after an ECU has been replaced or updated. This DTC is normal. It indicates that the parameter data has not been properly programmed into the ECU by SVM.
A001465 2011732-2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-32 dated February 7, 2012. This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update.
E-mail-3.0L TDI2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 3.0L TDI Settlement Program Update
Update Bulletin2017-11-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Some vehicles may experience a limp home mode condition due to DPF soot accumulation which could cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 23M6 code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair. Vehicle must be within the Federal Emissions. Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin. Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale. Some vehicles may experience a limp home mode condition due to DPF soot accumulation which could cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on.
Dealer Letter -2017-11-08. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some vehicles may experience a limp home mode condition due to DPF soot accumulation which could cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Update the ECM software to the latest level.

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