Recall 22V-515
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2022 Audi A3 and 1 other model: Seat belts (pretensioner).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 22V-515
- Reported
- July 20, 2022
- Vehicles affected
- 2,584 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
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-[removed]. Audi's number for this recall is 68i2.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]