2016 Audi A3 Front Passenger Air Bag Recall 22V543000

Safety Risk: Front Passenger Air Bag May Explode or Deploy Improperly

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) has issued a recall, NHTSA ID 22V543000, for certain 2016 Audi A3 and TT vehicles. The primary concern is that the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly during a collision. An inflator explosion can propel sharp metal fragments into the vehicle's occupants, leading to serious injury or even death. Furthermore, an improper air bag deployment may fail to adequately restrain the occupant, significantly increasing their risk of injury in a crash. This serious safety defect necessitates immediate attention for affected vehicles.

What's Being Recalled

This recall, identified by Volkswagen's internal numbers 69DY and 61C1, specifically addresses the AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE component. The defect involves the front passenger air bag module in certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. The core problem is the potential for the air bag to explode or deploy improperly.

Manufacturer's Remedy

To resolve this critical safety issue, authorized Audi dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner. Owner notification letters regarding this recall were mailed on December 16, 2022. Owners of affected vehicles, including the 2016 Audi A3, should contact their local Audi dealership to schedule the necessary repair.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owners of 2016 Audi A3 and 2016 Audi TT models should verify if their vehicle is included in this recall. You can check your vehicle's eligibility by visiting the NHTSA website and entering your 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). For further assistance, Audi owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834, or Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Please reference recall numbers 69DY or 61C1 when contacting customer service.

Important Owner Information

It is crucial for owners to understand the potential severity of this issue. While notification letters were sent, it is always recommended to proactively check your vehicle's recall status. Do not delay in scheduling the replacement of the front passenger air bag module if your vehicle is affected by this 2016 Audi A3 recall.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall ID: 22V543000