2015–2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, RS 3, A3 Sportback E-Tron and more recall: Air bags: sensor, occupant classification
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V474000
- Reported
- June 19, 2019
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Air bags: sensor, occupant classification
- Vehicles affected
- About 138,896
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.
Safety risk
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Audi A3 Cabriolet (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019); Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron (2016, 2017, 2018); Audi RS 3 (2017, 2018, 2019); Audi S3 (2015, 2016). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
What is the fix?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.