Recall 19V-474: 2015–2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2016–2018 Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron and 2 more
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Jun 19, 2019, covering about 138,896 vehicles.
The problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.
The risk
A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 19V474000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 Cabriolet | 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron | 2016, 2017, 2018 | All years |
| Audi RS 3 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | All years |
| Audi S3 | 2015, 2016 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V-474?
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Audi S3 Sedan, 2015-2019 A3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 e-tron, and 2017-2019 RS3 vehicles. An improper electrical contact may cause the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) to falsely detect a malfunction and deactivate the passenger air bag.
How is recall 19V-474 fixed?
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector and reroute the cable, free of charge. The recall began September 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69Z4.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.