2022 Audi A3 Front Passenger Air Bag Recall

Why This Matters

An incorrectly folded front passenger air bag poses a significant safety risk. In the event of a collision, such an air bag may tear, preventing it from deploying as intended. This can compromise the safety of the front passenger and increase the risk of injury during a crash.

What's Being Recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A3 vehicles. The specific issue involves the front passenger air bag, which may have been folded improperly during manufacturing. While the primary vehicle listed is the 2022 Audi A3, the recall summary also mentions 2022 Audi S3 and RS3 models as potentially affected by this issue.

Manufacturer's Remedy

Audi dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module in affected vehicles. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 13, 2022, providing details on how to proceed with the repair.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owners of a 2022 Audi A3 should have received a notification letter regarding this recall. If you own a 2022 Audi A3 and have not received a letter, or if you have questions, you can contact Audi's customer service directly at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's internal number for this specific recall is 69DZ. You can also visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website at www.nhtsa.gov and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to confirm if your vehicle is included in this 2022 Audi A3 recall.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 22V652000