2023-2024 Audi Airbag Recall: Occupant Detection System

Why This Matters: Increased Injury Risk

This recall addresses a critical safety concern. If the front passenger airbag is deactivated due to this issue, it will not deploy during a crash. This significantly increases the risk of injury to the front passenger in the event of an accident.

What's Being Recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Audi vehicles. The specific issue involves an electrical connection within the front passenger seat's occupant detection system (ODS) control module. This connection may loosen over time, leading to the deactivation of the front passenger airbag.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

This recall impacts various 2023-2024 Audi models. These include the 2023 Audi A3, 2024 Audi A8, 2024 Audi RS Q8, 2023 Audi TT, 2023 Audi S5, and 2023 Audi A4 allroad. To confirm if your specific vehicle is part of this 2023 Audi A3 recall or any other affected model, you should contact your authorized Audi dealer or visit the NHTSA website and enter your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

Manufacturer's Remedy

Audi dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. This action is identified by Volkswagen's recall number 69GU.

Important Owner Information

Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. If you own an affected vehicle and have not received a notification, you can contact Audi customer service directly at 1-800-253-2834. For additional information or to report a safety concern, you may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 24V251000