2022-2024 Audi A3/S3/RS3/Q3 Wireless ASI Interruption

Audi has released a manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 10227837, addressing concerns regarding intermittent interruptions of the wireless ASI (Audi Smartphone Interface) connection in certain 2022-2024 Audi A3, S3, RS3, and Q3 models. This bulletin provides important clarification for owners and technicians.

Symptoms

Owners of affected Audi vehicles may observe that the "wireless ASI connection may become interrupted reproducibility at specific locations such as near toll booths or other microwave transmitters." This interruption is typically temporary and occurs without any specific action from the driver.

Diagnosis and Trigger Conditions

This condition is specifically noted to occur in environments with high electromagnetic interference. Locations such as near toll booths or other microwave transmitters are identified as common triggers for the intermittent wireless ASI connection interruption. The communication indicates that these external factors cause the temporary disruption.

Important Warning: No Repair Required

Audi's manufacturer communication NHTSA ID 10227837 explicitly states that this condition is normal and a repair is not required. Owners should be aware that if they experience the wireless ASI connection interruption in these specific environments, it is not indicative of a fault or malfunction in their vehicle's electrical equipment. Do not attempt to seek repairs for this specific behavior, as it is considered standard operation under these circumstances.

Source: NHTSA ID: 10227837