Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan
— Recall Campaign #21V198000
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 153,152 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
21V198000
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | March 22, 2021 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 21V198000 |
| Units affected: | 153,152 |
- Description:
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Audi S3 Sedan, A3 Sedan, 2016-2018 A3 Etron, 2017-2020 RS3 Sedan, and 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet vehicles. The passenger occupant detection system (PODS) may malfunction and switch off the passenger air bag even when the seat is occupied.
- Consequeces:
- A deactivated passenger air bag increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Dealers will replace the PODS sensor mat and update the PODS control module, free of charge. Owners letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 69BY.
- 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.