2015 Audi RS 5 maintenance schedule
The 2015 RS 5 is part of the B8.5 generation (2013-2015), sold as a coupe. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, the problems owners report for this year, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.
Service schedule
What the 2015 RS 5 needs, and when
8 of these 12 items come from Audi's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Audi's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide. Rows marked Unverified have no source Carlyle could confirm and are shown for completeness.
| Service | Interval | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil and filter Change oil and filter | 10,000 mi / 1 year | Independent |
| Engine air filter Clean housing and replace filter element | 20,000 mi | Independent |
| Cabin air filter | 20,000 mi / 2 years | Manufacturer |
| Tire rotation Check tread | 10,000 mi / 1 year | Manufacturer |
| Brake fluid | 2 years | Manufacturer |
| Engine coolant Check level | Inspect, replace as needed | Manufacturer |
| Transmission fluid Change MTF oil for gear box | 20,000 mi | Independent |
| Spark plugs | 40,000 mi / 6 years | Manufacturer |
| Timing chain Chain | Inspect, replace as needed | Unverified |
| Serpentine belt | 80,000 mi | Manufacturer |
| Differential and transfer case fluid Change ATF for clutch hydraulics and differential oil | 35,000 mi | Manufacturer |
| 12V battery | Inspect, replace as needed | Manufacturer |
Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them. Services we could not find an interval for are left off rather than guessed.
Fluids and engines
What goes in it
Powertrains in this generation
- 4.2L 8-cyl (CFSA), 450 hp, 7-speed Dual-Clutch, AWD
Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.
Known problems
What 2015 RS 5 owners run into
Problems reported for this model year, with the mileage they tend to show up at. Buying past a window is not automatically a pass - it just needs to be priced in.
Intake Valve Carbon Buildup
medium severity60,000-100,000 mi · $700-$1,200 to fix
Rough idle, misfires, reduced power
Source: usecarscout.com
Safety recalls
No NHTSA recalls matched the 2015 Audi RS 5
From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Audi dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.
Other RS 5 model years
B8.5 (2013-2015)
Shopping new? The Audi RS 5 guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.
Sources
- static.nhtsa.gov (Manufacturer)
- prestigeimports.net (Independent)
- usecarscout.com (Unverified)
Researched 2026-09-17. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.
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