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Recall 23V-868

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recalled the 2023 to 2024 Audi Q7 and 4 other models: Air bags (side/window).

At a glance

Campaign number
23V-868
Reported
December 20, 2023
Vehicles affected
1,001 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2023-2024 SQ8, RSQ8, Q8, Q7, and 2024 SQ7 vehicles. The driver's seat side air bag may have been improperly mounted to the seatback frame. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

The risk

An improperly mounted air bag may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-[removed]. Audi's number for this recall is 69GA.

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]

Affected vehicles