Affected years, leading issues, and a free VIN check for the AUDI S3.
9 model years with recalls (2015–2023)Most severe issue:High PriorityData refreshed September 2026
The AUDI S3 has 12 known NHTSA safety recalls across 9 model years (2015–2023), most commonly involving Air Bags.
Data last refreshed September 2026.
Not Every S3 Is Affected — Check Your VIN
This page tracks recalls reported for the AUDI S3 across every model year we cover. Model and year alone can't confirm whether your specific car is included — only your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is authoritative.
The front passenger air bag in your Audi S3, A3, or RS3 is designed to deploy in a crash to protect you. However, in some 2022 models, it might not have been installed correctly.
The front passenger air bag in your vehicle is a safety device that inflates to protect you in a crash. In some 2016 Audi models, this air bag may not work correctly, posing a serious risk to your safety.
The seat belt tensioner in your Audi S3 or A3 sedan is the part that tightens the seat belt to keep you safe during a crash. In some 2022 models, this tensioner might not be strong enough to keep you secure.
The automatic locking retractor on your rear seat belt helps keep your child safe in the backseat. In some 2021 Volkswagen and Audi models, this part could fail to lock properly, allowing the child restraint system to…
The passenger air bag in your Audi is triggered by a sensor that detects whether the front passenger seat is occupied. In some 2015-2020 models, this sensor might fail to work correctly, thinking an empty seat is…
The AUDI S3 has 12 known NHTSA safety recalls across 9 model years (2015–2023), most commonly involving air bags. All recalls are repaired free of charge at authorized dealerships.
Which AUDI S3 model years have open recalls?
Recall history is tracked separately for each AUDI S3 model year. Select a model year above to see exactly which recalls apply to that year.
Is the AUDI S3 safe to drive?
Model-level recall counts describe the AUDI S3 as a whole, not any individual vehicle. Only your VIN can confirm whether a specific car is included in an open recall — use the free VIN check on this page for an authoritative answer.
