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2022 AUDI S3 SEAT BELTS Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: High Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for SEAT BELTS issues.

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SEAT BELTS Safety Recalls

High Priority #22V515000 Plain English
Component

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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
High Priority #21V606000 Plain English
Component

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).
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other AUDI S3 2022 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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