2023–2024 Audi Q8, RS Q8, Q5 and more recall: Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 24V251000
- Reported
- April 3, 2024
- Manufacturer
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- Part
- Air bags: sensor, occupant classification, front passenger
- Vehicles affected
- About 91
What is wrong
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Safety risk
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
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 A3 (2023); Audi A4 Allroad (2023); Audi A8 (2024); Audi E-Tron (2024); Audi Q3 (2023, 2024); Audi Q5 (2023, 2024); and more. Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What is the fix?
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
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.