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2022 AUDI S3

7 recalls Risk Grade: B- Most severe issue: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

High Priority #22V652000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag tears during a crash, it could fail to deploy properly, which means you could be seriously hurt.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new one, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible after receiving the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3, A3, and RS3 vehicles. The front passenger air bag may have been folded incorrectly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly folded air bag can tear, prohibiting it from deploying properly during a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69DZ.
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High Priority #22V515000 Plain English
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SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
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.
Risk if Unfixed
If the tensioner fails, you could be at risk of serious injury if you're not properly restrained in a crash. This is because the seat belt might not be able to hold you in place, making it harder for your body to absorb the impact.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the seat belt assemblies with new ones that have proper retention force, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice and contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834 with any questions.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Audi S3 and A3 sedans. The retention force of the seat belt tensioner on the driver and front passenger seats may be inadequate to properly restrain the occupants during a crash.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 15, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.
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High Priority #21V606000 Plain English
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SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The retractor on your rear seat belts is a critical part that keeps the belts securely locked during sudden stops. In some 2021 Volkswagen and Audi models, this retractor can malfunction and release the belts too early, making it harder to keep your child's car seat secure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the retractor fails, your child's car seat might not be properly secured, which could increase the risk of serious injury in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Volkswagen or Audi dealer will inspect and replace the middle-rear seat belt assemblies for free. This repair is urgent, and you should schedule it as soon as possible. You can also contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 or Audi at 1-800-253-2834 to confirm the recall and schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
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Moderate #22V806000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The infotainment screen in your vehicle is the part that shows you the rearview camera and other important safety features. In some 2021-2022 Audi models, this screen can get damaged when you turn off the car, making it useless when you start the car again.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera display is out, you'll have a blind spot behind your vehicle, which could lead to a crash. This is especially concerning because it's a critical safety feature that helps you see what's behind you.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will replace the infotainment main unit with a new one that won't get damaged, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, which was mailed on June 6, 2022.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
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Low Priority #22V224000 Plain English
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CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The child seat anchors in your A3 or S3 are the points where you attach a child seat to your vehicle. Unfortunately, the symbols on the anchors are wrong, which could lead to confusion when installing a child seat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the anchors are mislabeled, you might attach a child seat incorrectly, which could increase the risk of injury to your child in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will swap out the incorrect labels for the correct ones, free of charge. This should be done as soon as possible, and you'll receive a recall notice with instructions on what to do next.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 A3 Sedan and S3 Sedan vehicles. The child seat anchorage fitting sleeves are incorrectly marked with a different symbol than the one described in the owner's manual. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An incorrectly marked child restraint anchorage may cause confusion during child seat installation, resulting in a child seat being improperly secured and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace all four fitting sleeves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May24, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 72M7.
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Under Review #22V823000 Plain English
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BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle has a rearview camera that helps you see what's behind you when you're in reverse. In some 2022-2023 models, this camera may not show a clear image when you're in reverse or trying to park.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rearview camera doesn't work, you'll have reduced visibility behind your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash, especially when reversing or parking.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the rearview camera with a new one, free of charge. You'll receive a notification letter once the new parts are available.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022 Golf R A8, Audi S3, RS3 Sedan, Q4 E-Tron SUV, A3 Sedan, and 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI, and ID4 vehicles. The rearview camera image may be blank or unresponsive when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear or when the park function is manually activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inoperative rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed to Audi owners February 14, 2023. Volkswagen owners will receive an owner notification letter once remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are (Volkswagen) 91EK and (Audi) 91EL.
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Under Review #21V825000 Plain English
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BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Manufacturer
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
What Happened
The rearview camera system in your vehicle uses a camera to display an image of the area behind your car when you reverse. In some 2021-2022 Audi models, a software glitch could prevent this image from appearing right away, leaving you with a limited view of your surroundings.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera doesn't show an image when you reverse, you'll have a reduced view of the area behind your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Audi dealer will update the infotainment system to fix the software issue, and this repair is completely free. You should schedule the update as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may prevent the rear-view image from initially displaying when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rear-view camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the infotainment unit parameters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 9, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91CR.
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SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
AIR BAGS
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
CHILD SEAT
1 recall

Other AUDI S3 Years

2023
1 recall
2021
1 recall
2020
1 recall
2019
1 recall
2018
1 recall
2017
2 recalls
2016
3 recalls
2015
2 recalls

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