2023–2024 Audi Q8, SQ7, RS Q8 and more recall: Air bags: side/window
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V868000
- Reported
- December 20, 2023
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Air bags: side/window
- Vehicles affected
- About 1,001
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Safety risk
An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Audi Q7 (2023, 2024); Audi Q8 (2023, 2024); Audi RS Q8 (2023, 2024); Audi SQ7 (2024); Audi SQ8 (2023, 2024). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
What is the fix?
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.
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.