Audi RS 3 recalls
1 recall campaigns, model years 2017 to 2017. Each lists the fault, the risk, and the fix you are owed.
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Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
19V474000 · reported 19/06/2019
- The fault
- 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.
- What it can cause
- 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.
Source: NHTSA recalls API, retrieved 4 August 2026.
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